Avery Dulles was a Jesuit priest, theologian, and cardinal whose work focused on a profound exploration of religious faith and church doctrine. His writings are characterized by academic rigor alongside a personal engagement with the relationship between faith and modern society. Dulles was particularly concerned with the nature of the Church, its place in the world, and the evolution of theological thought. His contributions offer readers insightful perspectives on complex religious questions, emphasizing their relevance to contemporary life.
In Models of Revelation Avery Dulles explores the doctrine at the very center of Christianity: that Christianity is based on the world of God as given to the church. Following the format of his earlier Models of the Church, Dulles derives five models of character of this much-neglected theme of revelation. He considers revelation as doctrine, as history, as inner experience, as dialectical presence, and as new awareness.
Newman has countless admirers. Though unsuccessful in most of his undertakings in the Catholic Church during his life time, his genius has come to be more and more recognized after his death, and his influence can hardly be exaggerated. This book gives an introduction to his life and thought.