Ferdinand Christian Baur was a German Protestant theologian and the founder and leader of the Tübingen School of theology. Following Hegel's theory of dialectic, Baur argued that second-century Christianity represented the synthesis of two opposing theses: Jewish Christianity (Petrine Christianity) and Gentile Christianity (Pauline Christianity). This and the rest of Baur's work had a profound impact upon the higher criticism of biblical and related texts.
First published in the late 19th century, this book is a seminal work on the life and teachings of the Apostle Paul. Through careful analysis of Paul's writings and the historical context in which he lived, the authors provide valuable insights into one of the most important figures in early Christianity. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the New Testament and the development of Christian doctrine.
Dieses Buch bietet einen Überblick über die Geschichte der kirchlichen Geschichtsschreibung von den Anfängen des Christentums bis zur Neuzeit. Der Autor beschreibt die wichtigsten Strömungen und Autoren sowie ihre jeweiligen Auffassungen von Kirchengeschichte und Theologie. Es ist ein faszinierendes Buch für alle, die sich für die Geschichte des Christentums und die Entwicklung der Theologie interessieren.
In this classic work of early Christian scholarship, Ferdinand Christian Baur delves deeply into the life, works, and teachings of the apostle Paul. He presents a meticulous and critical analysis of the New Testament, challenging long-held beliefs and offering new perspectives on this important historical figure.
Focusing on the transformative period from the Reformation to the late eighteenth century, this volume offers a detailed exploration of both prominent and lesser-known figures in church history. It highlights the turbulent interactions between Protestant and Catholic traditions, emphasizing the intertwining of ecclesiastical and political controversies. The lectures, originally delivered by Baur in the 1840s and 1850s, reveal how critical decisions made during this era significantly shaped the modern world, marking it as a pivotal time in the evolution of Christianity.
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