Austin Farrer for Today: A Prophetic Agenda

by Richard Harries, Stephen Platten (Editor), Rowan Williams (Contribution by), Jane Shaw (Contribution by), John Barton (Contribution by)

Overview

Austin Farrer is often called the one genius the Church of England produced in the 20th Century. His innovative ideas crossed a host of theological disciplines. Assessing his continuing importance and introducing him to a new generation of readers, Austin Farrer for Today brings together a stellar collection of writers to reflect on Farrer’s contribution to biblical theology, philosophy, language, doctrine, prayer and preaching. Chapters include: •Rowan Williams on Farrer as a doctrinal theologian •Morwenna Ludlow on Farrer's language and symbolism •Jane Shaw on Farrer as preacher •John Barton, on typology in Farrer

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780334059448
Publisher:	Hymns Ancient & Modern
Publication date:	09/30/2020
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	5.37(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Richard Harries is the former Bishop of Oxford, and served as Gresham Professor of Divinity between 2008 and 2012. He is the author of many books including The Beauty and the Horror (2017) and Haunted by Christ (2018)


Stephen Platten is the former Bishop of Wakefield. Recent books include Animating Liturgy.