"Although scholars have long known about Jonathan Edwards'
fascination with signs, symbols, types, and emblems, Robert Boss's
study goes well beyond what others have done before. His
wide-ranging comparison of Edwards with other figures of the
period, but especially his exhaustive catalog of images ("emblems")
in nature from which Edwards drew deep spiritual meaning, adds
significantly to understanding Edwards. The book also suggests how
Edwards' use of emblems could aid contemporary believers in finding
more riches in Scripture as well as seeing more of Providence in
the natural world." - MARK A. NOLL, author of The Rise of
Evangelicalism: The Age of Edwards, Whitefield, and the Wesleys
"Rob Boss has done it again. This is a marvelous introduction to
Edwards' typological vision. Enchanting indeed." - DOUGLAS A.
SWEENEY, Beeson Divinity School, Samford University
"This is a deeply fascinating book which demonstrates how out of
touch we moderns are with Edwards's God-centered vision of the
world. Boss takes us deep into Edwards's typological and emblematic
interpretation of nature, giving us both a rich scholarly study as
well as a 'how to' manual packed with visuals designed to stir our
theological imagination in Edwardsean ways. Many thanks to Rob Boss
for pointing us back to Edwards's God-infused vision of
interpreting the natural world!" - ROBERT W. CALDWELL III,
Professor of Church History, Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary
"Rob Boss's clear and concise writing, combined with his deep
knowledge of the subject matter, makes this book a must-read for
anyone seriously interested in understanding the thought of one of
America's most important religious thinkers. He masterfully unfolds
an intelligible understanding of Jonathan Edwards' emblematic
vision. Any pastor, theologian, or Christian serious about reaching
this generation must take the time to digest and understand this
brilliant work. This writing ignites hope in a world that feigns
hopelessness." - MARTY MARTIN, Lead Pastor, Northstar Church,
Panama City, FL
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