Edward T. Oakes, S.J., is professor of systematic theology at the University of St. Mary of the Lake / Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois.
Timothy George
-- Beeson Divinity School, Samford University
"Edward T. Oakes, one of our best and most literate theologians,
has given us in this volume a masterpiece of christological
reflection. Evangelicals and Catholics share together a common
faith in Jesus Christ the Lord, the one and only Savior of the
world. The closer we are drawn to Jesus Christ, the closer we come
to one another. This book helps us to do both." Thomas G.
Guarino
-- Seton Hall University
"Oakes is an erudite cicerone who skillfully guides us through the
history of theological reflection on Jesus of Nazareth. He ranges
easily through the full spectrum of christological thought,
beginning with the Scriptures and then discussing the work of
eminent fathers, noxious heretics, illustrious councils, exacting
scholastics, vigorous Reformers, fallacious Idealists, down to the
Protestant and Catholic theologians of our own day. Throughout his
ecumenically inspired volume Oakes offers clear thinking and lucid
writing, making this book an essential vade mecum for students and,
indeed, for all those interested in the church's understanding of
Jesus Christ." Theological Studies
"This is the best Christology text in English I have seen in
years." Theology
"It is a lucid and thorough treatment of a difficult subject, and
admirable as an introductory textbook." Commonweal
"This extraordinarily well-written book manages to compress a
mountain of material into a compelling narrative." First Things
"Richly historical and rigorously conceptual study of the meaning
and significance of Jesus Christ." Reviews in Religion and
Theology
"This is a really good book. I'm glad I've read it; it is
stretching and thought-provoking and informative." Horizons
"Oakes has written a genuinely theological work of exceptional
range, clarity, and depth. . . . The best work in Christology
currently available in English." Modern Theology
"This book introduces succinctly and clearly the elements
characteristic of Christology at each period of the Church's
history."
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