Mapping Atonement: The Doctrine of Reconciliation in Christian History and Theology (Paperback)
Southwestern Journal of Theology 2022 Book of the Year Award (Honorable Mention, Theological Studies)
This introduction traces the origins, development, and divergent streams of atonement theology throughout the Christian tradition and proposes key criteria by which we can assess their value. The authors introduce essential biblical terms, texts, and concepts of atonement; identify significant historical figures, texts, and topics; and show how various atonement paradigms are expressed in their respective church traditions. The book also surveys current "hot topics" in evangelical atonement theology and evaluates strengths and weaknesses of competing understandings of atonement.
This introduction traces the origins, development, and divergent streams of atonement theology throughout the Christian tradition and proposes key criteria by which we can assess their value. The authors introduce essential biblical terms, texts, and concepts of atonement; identify significant historical figures, texts, and topics; and show how various atonement paradigms are expressed in their respective church traditions. The book also surveys current "hot topics" in evangelical atonement theology and evaluates strengths and weaknesses of competing understandings of atonement.
William G. Witt (PhD, University of Notre Dame) is professor of systematic theology and ethics at Trinity School for Ministry in Ambridge, Pennsylvania.Joel Scandrett (PhD, Drew University) is associate professor of historical theology and director of the Catechesis and Christian Formation Program at Trinity School for Ministry.