Out of stock join the waitlist to be emailed when this product becomes available. Louis berkhofs manual of christian doctrine is written from a reformed theology perspective. 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. He was an outstanding american teacher and the author of some 22 books. Search the history of over 431 billion web pages on the internet. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Reprinted in 1998 this text is ideally suited as a textbook for high school and college classes, for bible classes, and study groups. The history of christian doctrines ebook monergism.
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. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof solid. Dont come to it looking for all the great stories, dates. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. 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. There has been too much of this in the past, and there is a great.
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. Visit the presidents page to see his availability to speak at your church or ministry. The doctrine of the perseverance of the saints in history. In 1950, he began working for the church and world institute of the.
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. History of christian doctrines book by louis berkhof. You can read berkhof s summary of christian doctrine online using the table of contents to. 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. Berkhof s summary of christian doctrine is a very concise version of his basic information. Manual of christian doctrine berkhof reformation heritage. The doctrine of the application of the work of redemption. Berkhof authored twenty two books during his career. 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. This book covers the development of some of the doctrines of the ancient church and almost none of the present day doctrinal questions. Louis berkhof is currently considered a single author. Berkhof was educated in amsterdam, leiden and berlin, before taking up a pastorate in the dutch town of lemele in 1938. 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. This complete edition of louis berkhofs magnum opus includes both his introductory volume to systematic theology and his classic systematic theology.
But this is no explanation, since the question remains, how did people ever hit upon the idea of worshiping lifeless or living objects. Hendrikus berkhof 11 june 1914, appeltern, gelderland 17 december 1995, leiderdorp was a professor of systematic theology at the university of leiden. The study of doctrinal truth, apart from its historical background, leads to a truncated theology. 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 logos bible software. Buy a cheap copy of 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. Louis berkhof has 35 books on goodreads with 9959 ratings. His works on biblical interpretation have become classics in reformed hermeneutics. The apostolic fathers and their doctrinal views ii. The historical volume of what was originally called reformed dogmatics now appears with a new title, namely, history of christian doctrines. Robert franks, a history of the doctrine of the work of christ. In 1902 he went to princeton university for two years earning a b.
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. This new printing of louis berkhofs classic systematic theology represents a publishing landmark. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof banner of truth. Visit the presidents page to see his availability to speak at your church or ministry 523 ne everett st. History of christian doctrines hardcover december 1, 1996 by louis berkhof author visit amazons louis berkhof page. Its has expired and is in the public domain according to the christian digital library foundation, inc. This book is essential reading for historical theologians. Books by louis berkhof author of systematic theology. Berkhofs systematic theology, included in this collection, is one of the most widely cited theological works in recent decades.
History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof was originally titled reformed dogmatics. 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. 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. The necessity of the study of hermeneutics follows from several considerations. 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. What is the center of the religions life according to scripture. Theology and a separate volume entitled history of christian doctrines in 1937. 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. Buy history of christian doctrines revised edition by berkhof, louis isbn. 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.
In fact, i cannot think of a better reformed systematic theology text than this one other than, perhaps, charnocks work. Systematically arranged and helpfully subdivided, a summary of christian doctrine has proved ideal for church studygroups. History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof hardcover. What elements of true religion are indicated in the following passages.
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. Born in emmen, drenthe, the netherlands, berkhof emigrated with his family to grand rapids, michigan in 1882. The three persons considered separately the works of god i. Works on the gradual development of theological truth in the church of jesus christ usually appear alongside of. 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. Berkhof also had a heart for taking the depths of theology and making it understandable for younger folks. Basing this work on his own fullscale systematic theology, berkhof summarizes the body of church doctrine, beginning with the doctrines of scripture and god. Thou shalt not take the name of the lord thy god in vain, ex. History of the history of dogma preparatory doctrinal development i. Systematic theology, by louis berkhof free online bible. And now, israel, what does jehovah your god require of you, but to fear jehovah your god. 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.
He taught for almost four decades at calvin theological seminary and served as its president from 19311944. 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. The history of christian doctrines paperback february, 1983. Free online bible library systematic theology, by louis berkhof. All scripture references are from the 1901 american standard version.
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. Apostolic fathers as jewish and gnostic perversions. Louis berkhof was born in 1873 in the netherlands, and emigrated with his family to west michigan in 1882. The history of christian doctrines berkhof, louis on. History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof, 9780851510057, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Technical terms and detailed explanations have been avoided, and important scripture passages are printed in. After two pastorates, he began his long career as professor at calvin seminary, grand rapids, in 1906. Bill mounce blogs on spiritual formation and on greek at. The focus of the book is the theological developmentwhether orthodox, heterodox or outright hereticalof doctrines foundational to the reformed protestant tradition. It is highly recommended to anyone seeking an excellent exposition of the christian faith. Factors that gave rise to the history of dogma as a separate discipline. Basing this work on his own fullscale systematic theology, berkhof summarizes the body of church doctrine, beginning with the. Here he remained for 38 years, devoting his talents and immense stores of knowledge to the training of men for the ministry. A history of christian doctrine volume three the twentieth century a. 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. The historical volume of what was originally called reformed dogmatics now appears with a new title, namely. Summary of christian doctrine, by louis berkhof biblical training.
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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. Summary of christian doctrine by louis berkhof table of contents. The book is in outline form and berkhof presents each doctrine in a clear and concise manner. The 15volume louis berkhof collection contains important works on theology, social issues, education, and politics from one of the twentieth centurys leading reformed thinkers. Berkhof was born in 1873 in emmen in the netherlands and. Works on the gradual development of theological truth in the church of jesus christ usually appear alongside of those which deal with the. 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. Berkhof 18731957 was born in the netherlands, and his family moved to grand rapids when he was 9.
The history of christian doctrines ebook by louis berkhof in epub. In his book, introduction to the new testament, louis berkhof investigates the history and purpose of the gospels and epistles in the new testament. 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. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. An enduring theological classic now available in paperback.
Louis berkhof s systematic theology has been the standard theology text for presbyterianreformed thinkers since it was first published in the 50s. He graduated from calvin theological seminary in 1900 and accepted the call to be the pastor of the allendale, michigan first christian reformed church. Louis berkhofs most popular book is systematic theology. The denial of this doctrine makes salvation dependent on mans will.
Louis berkhofs systematic theology has been the standard theology text for presbyterianreformed thinkers since it was first published in the 50s. Louis berkhof was born in 1873 in the netherlands, and immigrated with his family to west michigan in 1882. Louis berkhof 1873 1957 was a reformed theologian best known for his systematic theology 1932. He emigrated with his family to grand rapids, michigan in 1882. This landmark edition combines berkhofs standard, systematic treatment of the doctrines of the reformed faithhis magnum opuswith his introduction to systematic theology. 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. He wrote a shorter version of his systematic theology for high school and college students which he called the manual of christian discipline. Summary of christian doctrine by louis berkhof note. The book is occasionally republished by various publishing companies. Otten, the roman catholic author of a manual of the history of. Summary of christian doctrine 97808028152 by louis berkhof.
History of christian doctrines by louis berkhof trinity. Technical terms and detailed explanations have been avoided, and important scripture passages are printed in full. Louis berkhof titulo do original em ingles systematic theology 1. Introduction chapter 1 religion chapter 2 revelation chapter 3 scripture part ii. The history of christian doctrines by louis berkhof. Manual of christian doctrine by louis berkhof alibris.