Hendrikus berkhof 11 june 1914, appeltern, gelderland 17 december 1995, leiderdorp was a professor of systematic theology at the university of leiden. Basing this work on his own fullscale systematic theology, berkhof summarizes the body of church doctrine, beginning with the. The book is occasionally republished by various publishing companies. Bill mounce blogs on spiritual formation and on greek at. In his monumental treatment of the doctrines of the reformed faith, berkhof covers the full range of theology in traditional systematic fashion, examining the doctrines of god.
Louis berkhofs manual of christian doctrine is written from a reformed theology perspective. Thou shalt not take the name of the lord thy god in vain, ex. The denial of this doctrine makes salvation dependent on mans will. In fact, i cannot think of a better reformed systematic theology text than this one other than, perhaps, charnocks work. History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof hardcover. Basing this work on his own fullscale systematic theology, berkhof summarizes the body of church doctrine, beginning with the doctrines of scripture and god. The history of christian doctrines ebook by louis berkhof in epub. Written in a scholarly yet simple style, and completely outlined and indexed, the work includes a thorough bibliography, and questions for further study follow each section. Berkhof s summary of christian doctrine is a very concise version of his basic information. Born in emmen, drenthe, the netherlands, berkhof emigrated with his family to grand rapids, michigan in 1882. Page 11 and now, israel, what doth jehovah thy god require of thee, but to fear jehovah thy god, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve jehovah thy god with all thy heart and with all thy soul, to keep the commandments of jehovah, and his statutes, which i command thee this day for thy good. Introduction chapter 1 religion chapter 2 revelation chapter 3 scripture part ii. It is highly recommended to anyone seeking an excellent exposition of the christian faith.
Visit the presidents page to see his availability to speak at your church or ministry. Here he remained for 38 years, devoting his talents and immense stores of knowledge to the training of men for the ministry. Summary of christian doctrine, by louis berkhof biblical training. History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof, 9780851510057, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. His main works are his systematic theology 1932, revised 1938 which was supplemented with an introductory volume to systematic theology 1932, which is included in the 1996 eerdmans edition of systematic theology and a separate volume entitled history of christian doctrines 1937. He emigrated with his family to grand rapids, michigan in 1882. He was an outstanding american teacher and the author of some 22 books. While the bible records several names of god, it also speaks of the name of god in the singular as, for instance in the following statements. The doctrine of the perseverance of the saints in history. This new printing of louis berkhofs classic systematic theology represents a publishing landmark. The book is in outline form and berkhof presents each doctrine in a clear and concise manner. This little work on new testament introduction is the result of labor done in and for the classroom, and is primarily intended for my own students. Louis berkhof 1873 1957 was a reformed theologian best known for his systematic theology 1932. The history of christian doctrines paperback february, 1983.
History of christian doctrines book by louis berkhof. Similar to the authors manual of christian doctrine, this volume offers a simpler and briefer presentation of christian doctrine geared especially to high school students. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Berkhof s sections begin with a brief outline followed by a comprehensive look at the characteristics, authorship, composition, and canonical significance of each new testament book. Just as louis berkhofs systematic theology is outstanding in its own field, his book a summary of christian doctrine is unequalled as a popular handbook of christian doctrine, written from an evangelical and reformed standpoint systematically arranged and helpfully subdivided, a summary of christian doctrine has proved ideal for church studygroups. Theology and a separate volume entitled history of christian doctrines in 1937. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. For the first time in its long and acclaimed history, berkhofs monumental treatment of the doctrines of the reformed faith is now available together in one volume with introduction to the study of systematic theology, berkhofs formal prolegomenon to his theology. You can read berkhof s summary of christian doctrine online using the table of contents to. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof solid. This book covers the development of some of the doctrines of the ancient church and almost none of the present day doctrinal questions. Books by louis berkhof author of systematic theology. What is the center of the religions life according to scripture.
Systematically arranged and helpfully subdivided, a summary of christian doctrine has proved ideal for church studygroups. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof. The 15volume louis berkhof collection contains important works on theology, social issues, education, and politics from one of the twentieth centurys leading reformed thinkers. History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof was originally titled reformed dogmatics. The christian faith is not based on the evidence for the resurrection thanks to, berkhofs classic theology text is now freely and legally available here. This book is essential reading for historical theologians. Louis berkhof 1873 1957 was a reformed systematic theologian whose written works have been influential in seminaries and bible colleges in the united states and canada and with individual christians in general throughout the 20th century. Louis berkhof 18731957 served gods people well, and his monumental work continues to serve the body of christ as one of the best reformed systematic theology books available. In his work on systematic theology berkhof followed in the line of john calvin and embraced the development of reformed theology by the dutch theologians abraham kuyper.
Hendrikus berkhof 11 june 1914, appeltern, gelderland 17 december 1995, leiderdorp was a professor of systematic theology at the university of leiden berkhof was educated in amsterdam, leiden and berlin, before taking up a pastorate in the dutch town of lemele in 1938. Berkhof 18731957 was born in the netherlands, and his family moved to grand rapids when he was 9. What different explanations have been given of the origin of religion. He taught for almost four decades at calvin theological seminary and served as its president from 19311944. Out of stock join the waitlist to be emailed when this product becomes available. The history of christian doctrines ebook monergism.
In 1893, he began attending the theological school of the christian reformed church now calvin theological seminary, where he studied under hendericus beuker and was influenced by the writings of abraham kuyper and herman bavinck. Louis berkhof has 35 books on goodreads with 9959 ratings. The focus of the book is the theological developmentwhether orthodox, heterodox or outright hereticalof doctrines foundational to the reformed protestant tradition. Louis berkhof was born in 1873 in the netherlands, and emigrated with his family to west michigan in 1882. History of christian doctrines hardcover december 1, 1996 by louis berkhof author visit amazons louis berkhof page. Similar to the authors manual of christian doctrine, this volume offers a simpler and briefer presentation of christian doctrine geared especially to high school. In 1950, he began working for the church and world institute of the. In 1902 he went to princeton university for two years earning a b. May this brief study of the history of doctrines serve to create a greater interest in such historical study, and lead to a better understanding of the truth. Buy manual of christian doctrine by louis berkhof online at alibris. The apostolic fathers and their doctrinal views ii. Summary of christian doctrine by louis berkhof note. There has been too much of this in the past, and there is a great.
After two pastorates, he began his long career as professor at calvin seminary, grand rapids, in 1906. Berkhof authored twenty two books during his career. A history of christian doctrine volume three the twentieth century a. Mindful of the great importance of the proper indoctrination of the young people of the church, louis berkhof wrote this comprehensive yet concise introduction to the fundamental doctrines of the christian faith from a reformed perspective. The history of christian doctrines logos bible software.
Summary of christian doctrine by louis berkhof table of contents. The doctrine of the application of the work of redemption. Berkhof was educated in amsterdam, leiden and berlin, before taking up a pastorate in the dutch town of lemele in 1938. But this is no explanation, since the question remains, how did people ever hit upon the idea of worshiping lifeless or living objects. The study of doctrinal truth, apart from its historical background, leads to a truncated theology. Otten, the roman catholic author of a manual of the history of. Just as louis berkhofs systematic theology is outstanding in its own field, his book a summary of christian doctrine is unequalled as a popular handbook of christian doctrine, written from an evangelical and reformed standpoint. Systematic theology, by louis berkhof free online bible. This complete edition of louis berkhofs magnum opus includes both his introductory volume to systematic theology and his classic systematic theology. Apostolic fathers as jewish and gnostic perversions. Technical terms and detailed explanations have been avoided, and important scripture passages are printed in.
In his book, introduction to the new testament, louis berkhof investigates the history and purpose of the gospels and epistles in the new testament. Reprinted in 1998 this text is ideally suited as a textbook for high school and college classes, for bible classes, and study groups. Louis berkhof titulo do original em ingles systematic theology 1. Berkhofs sections begin with a brief outline followed by a comprehensive look at the characteristics, authorship, composition, and canonical significance of each new testament book. Dont come to it looking for all the great stories, dates. History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof trinity. Louis berkhof s systematic theology has been the standard theology text for presbyterianreformed thinkers since it was first published in the 50s. An enduring theological classic now available in paperback. Manual of christian doctrine berkhof reformation heritage.
Louis berkhof was born in 1873 in the netherlands, and immigrated with his family to west michigan in 1882. He wrote a shorter version of his systematic theology for high school and college students which he called the manual of christian discipline. History of the history of dogma preparatory doctrinal development i. Louis berkhof october, 1873 may 18, 1957 was an americandutch reformed theologian whose works on systematic theology have been influential in seminaries and bible colleges in the united states, canada, korea and with individual christians in general throughout the 20th century. Search the history of over 431 billion web pages on the internet. Surely, a theologian must take account of the present situation in the religious world, and ever study the truth anew, but he cannot neglect the lessons of the past with impunity. His works on biblical interpretation have become classics in reformed hermeneutics. Louis berkhofs most popular book is systematic theology. Buy a cheap copy of history of christian doctrines book by louis berkhof. He graduated from calvin theological seminary in 1900 and accepted the call to be the pastor of the allendale, michigan first christian reformed church. Berkhof was born in 1873 in emmen in the netherlands and. Manual of christian doctrine by louis berkhof alibris.
The historical volume of what was originally called reformed dogmatics now appears with a new title, namely. Robert franks, a history of the doctrine of the work of christ. What elements of true religion are indicated in the following passages. The three persons considered separately the works of god i. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The history of christian doctrines berkhof, louis on. He graduated from calvin theological seminary in 1900 and accepted the call to be the pastor of the allendale, michigan first christian. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof banner. Berkhof also had a heart for taking the depths of theology and making it understandable for younger folks. Technical terms and detailed explanations have been avoided, and important scripture passages are printed in full. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof solid christian. Free online bible library systematic theology, by louis berkhof.
And now, israel, what does jehovah your god require of you, but to fear jehovah your god. Works on the gradual development of theological truth in the church of jesus christ usually appear alongside of. This landmark edition combines berkhofs standard, systematic treatment of the doctrines of the reformed faithhis magnum opuswith his introduction to systematic theology. All scripture references are from the 1901 american standard version. Its has expired and is in the public domain according to the christian digital library foundation, inc. Louis berkhofs systematic theology has been the standard theology text for presbyterianreformed thinkers since it was first published in the 50s. Berkhofs systematic theology, included in this collection, is one of the most widely cited theological works in recent decades. The doctrine of god and creation chapter 4 the essential nature of god chapter 5 the names god chapter 6 the attributes of god chapter 7 the trinity. Works on the gradual development of theological truth in the church of jesus christ usually appear alongside of those which deal with the.