The Karl Barth Theology

"The Karl Barth Theology: Or the New Transcendentalism" is an in-depth scholarly investigation into the theological framework of one of the most influential figures in modern religious thought. Author Alvin Sylvester Zerbe provides a detailed analysis of Karl Barth's "theology of crisis" during its rise to prominence in the early 20th century. By labeling the movement as the "New Transcendentalism," Zerbe explores the radical departure from liberal Protestantism that Barth championed.The work examines Barth's insistence on the absolute sovereignty and transcendence of God, the limitations of human reason, and the central role of divine revelation. Zerbe navigates the complex dogmatic shifts that defined Neo-Orthodoxy, offering a critical look at how Barth sought to return to the core principles of the Reformation while addressing the spiritual disillusionment of the post-war era. This volume serves as a significant historical document, capturing the contemporary reception and critique of Barthian ideas. It is an essential resource for students of systematic theology, church history, and the philosophical underpinnings of modern Christian doctrine.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 296, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press