Cornelius Van Til was a Christian philosopher and Reformed theologian renowned for his innovative approach to defending the Christian faith. Moving beyond traditional methods, he developed a compelling, presuppositional methodology that emphasized the stark antithesis between Christian and non-Christian worldviews. His work delves into the fundamental role of presuppositions and the crucial point of contact between believers and unbelievers. Van Til sought a consistently Christian methodology in his apologetics, inviting readers into a deeper examination of the foundations of belief.
Focusing on Christian ethics, this unpublished curriculum offers insights into the Ten Commandments as taught at Westminster Theological Seminary. It emphasizes the importance of understanding God's law and its contemporary relevance, making it essential for Christians aiming to deepen their faith and witness. The work highlights the necessity of these commandments in guiding moral conduct and spiritual life.
All Students of Apologetics should read at least one book by arguably the most important apologist of the twentieth century: Cornelius Van Til. The single best point of entry into Van Til's writings is Christian Apologetics. Here Van Til presents the underpinnings of his uniquely biblical approach. He shows how Christian apologetics is rooted in a unified system of scriptural truth, a worldview that encompasses all spheres of knowledge. Noting the ultimate conflict between Christian and non-Christian systems, Van Til sets forth a method of argument that centers on an all-important, biblically defined point of contact with the unbeliever. In this the first typeset edition, William Edgar sheds light on Van Til's approach by adding a new introduction and explanatory notes.