Richard Hooker and Reformed Theology
A Study of Reason, Will, and Grace
Richard Hooker and Reformed Theology
A Study of Reason, Will, and Grace
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Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199260393
Number of Pages: 368
Published: 13/03/2003
Width: 14.4 cm
Height: 22.3 cm
Richard Hooker (1554-1600) has traditionally been seen as the first systematic defender of an Anglican via media between Rome and Geneva. Revisionists have argued recently, however, that Hooker was in fact a thoroughly Reformed theologian. Dr Voak takes issue with this interpretation, arguing that Hooker over time became highly critical of numerous Reformed positions. Beginning with philosophical principles underlying Hooker's theology (e.g. free will, resistibility of grace), the book then considers issues such as original sin, justification and sanctification, merit and the religious authority of scripture, reason, and tradition. Finally, Hooker's late manuscripts are examined, in which he defends himself from the charge of heresy.
PART I. REASON AND WILL ; PART II. REASON, WILL, AND GRACE
His account deepens our understanding of the complexity of Hooker's thought, revealing its stimulating, but often perplexing, combination of innovation and conservatism...Richard Hooker and Reformed Theology is a careful and original work of scholarship. * Edmund Newey, The Journal of Theological Studies * Voak's exposition is careful, thorough and valuable. * English Historical Review * It is well worth the time and perseverance of thorough study for any who want to know more about what Hooker really wrote, and how it relates to its contemporary theological context. * Church Times * Voak's book is a remarkable piece of academic research and it is undoubtedly a must see not only for those interested in Richard Hooker but also any theological student. * Scottish Journal of Theology *
