Frances Margaret Young
Construing the Cross: Type, Sign, Symbol, Word, Action
- ISBN 13:
- 9780281075508
- author:
- Frances Margaret Young
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- SPCK Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 15 x 2.2 x 21 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Theolog
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Frances Young reconsiders how Christians have understood the cross of Christ throughout history. She explores the "typology" of Passover as one of the earliest ways to grasp the significance of the passion, and examines the use of sacrificial imagery in Christian thought.
The book also delves into the symbolism of the cross, tracing its connection to the Tree of Life across centuries, including surprising links with the Eden narrative. Young argues that seeking imaginative insights to understand what the cross signifies is a valid theological approach, one that is reflected in literary and liturgical reflections throughout the book.
The result is a paradoxical focus on life rather than death, as Young seeks to uncover new perspectives on the meaning of the cross. With its unique blend of historical analysis, literary reflection, and poetic insight, this book offers a fresh understanding of one of Christianity's most enduring symbols.
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