1st Edition

Anthropology and Theology

By Douglas Davies Copyright 2002
244 Pages
by Routledge

244 Pages
by Routledge

244 Pages
by Routledge

Anthropology and Christian Theology have traditionally interpreted religion in quite different ways and have often been thought of as hostile to one another. In fact, a fundamental concern for human experience lies at the heart of both disciplines. This innovative book takes a new look at key anthropological and theological themes, and explores the intricacies of their interplay throughout history... Read more
1Introduction12Embodiment and Incarnation193Merit-making and Salvation534Sacrifice, Body and Spirit815Ritual and Experience1116From Meaning to Salvation1457Symbolism and Sacrament1738Gift and Charismata195Bibliography211Index229

Biography

Douglas Davies Professor in the Study of Religion,University of Durham