Ford's The Modern Theologians

Captures the multiple voices of Christian theology in a diverse and interconnected world through in-depth studies of representative figures and overviews of key movements

Providing an unparalleled overview of the subject, The Modern Theologians provides an indispensable guide to the diverse approaches and perspectives within Christian theology from the early twentieth century to the present. Each chapter is written by a leading scholar and explores the development and trajectory of modern theology while presenting critical accounts of a broad range of relevant topics and representative thinkers.

The fourth edition of The Modern Theologians is fully updated to provide readers with a clear picture of the broad spectrum and core concerns of modern Christian theology worldwide. It offers new perspectives on key twentieth-century figures and movements from different geographical and ecclesial contexts. There are expanded sections on theological dialogue with non-Christian traditions, and on Christian theology's engagement with the arts and sciences. A new section explores theological responses to urgent global challenges - such as nationalism, racism, and the environmental crisis.

Providing the next generation of theologians with the tools needed to take theological conversations forward, The Modern Theologians:

• Explores Christian theology's engagement with multiple ways of knowing across diverse approaches and traditions
• Combines introductions to key modern theologians and coverage of the major movements within contemporary theology
• Identifies common dynamics found across theologies to enable cross-contextual comparisons
• Positions individual theologians in geographical regions, trans-local movements, and ecclesial contexts
• Features new and revised chapters written by experts in particular movements, topics, and individuals

Providing in-depth critical evaluation and extensive references to further readings and research, Ford's The Modern Theologians: An Introduction to Christian Theology since 1918, Fourth Edition, remains an ideal textbook for undergraduate and graduate courses in Theology and Religious Studies, such as Introduction to Christian Theology, Systematic Theology, Modern Theology, and Modern Theologians.

It is also an invaluable resource for researchers, those involved in various forms of Christian ministry, teachers of religious studies, and general readers engaged in independent study.

RACHEL MUERS is Professor of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh, UK. Her publications include Keeping God’s Silence: Towards a Theological Ethics of Communication, Living for the Future: Theological Ethics for Coming Generations, Testimony: Quakerism and Theological Ethics, and Modern Theology: A Critical Introduction. She co-edits the Cambridge Elements in Christian Doctrine series and is a former President of the Society for the Study of Theology.

ASHLEY COCKSWORTH is Reader in Theology and Practice at the University of Roehampton, UK. He is the author of Karl Barth on Prayer and Prayer: A Guide for the Perplexed, and (with David F. Ford) Glorification and the Life of Faith. His edited volumes include T&T Clark Handbook of Christian Prayer, Karl Barth: Spiritual Writings, and From the Shores of Silence: Conversations in Feminist Practical Theology. He co-edits the Cambridge Elements in Christian Doctrine series and is a former Treasurer of the Society for the Study of Theology.

DAVID F. FORD, OBE is Regius Professor of Divinity Emeritus at the University of Cambridge, UK. He is the author of numerous books, including Self and Salvation: Being Transformed; Christian Wisdom: Desiring God and Learning in Love; The Gospel of John: A Theological Commentary; and (with Ashley Cocksworth) Glorification and the Life of Faith. He co-founded the practice of Scriptural Reasoning, co-founded and co-chairs the Rose Castle Foundation (a centre for reconciliation, peacebuilding, and inter-faith engagement), and chairs Lyn’s House Cambridge, a community of hospitality and friendship for those with and without learning disabilities.