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Canonical Theology: The Biblical Canon, Sola Scriptura, and Theological Method
(2016)
  • John C Peckham
Abstract
A theological case for the central, unique role of Scripture as canon

What is the role of canon and community respectively when it comes to understanding and articulating Christian doctrine? Should the church be the doctrinal arbiter in the twenty-first century? In Canonical Theology John Peckham tackles this complex, ongoing discussion by shedding light on issues surrounding the biblical canon and the role of the community for theology and practice.

Peckham addresses the relationship of canon, community, and theology by examining the nature of the biblical canon, the proper relationship of Scripture and tradition, and the interpretation and application of Scripture for theology. He lays out a compelling canonical approach to systematic theology — including an explanation of his method, a step-by-step account of how to practice it, and an example of what theology derived from this canonical approach looks like.
Keywords
  • canon,
  • canonical theology,
  • systematic theology,
  • theological method,
  • sola scriptura
Publication Date
Fall November 27, 2016
Publisher
Eerdmans
Citation Information
John C Peckham. Canonical Theology: The Biblical Canon, Sola Scriptura, and Theological Method. Grand Rapids(2016)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/john_peckham/23/