Williams, Scott M.
The Trinity (Elements in the Problems of God)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781009293112
- author:
- Williams, Scott M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 80
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Metaphysics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Trinity by Scott M. Williams This Element explores the philosophical and theological issues surrounding the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, one of the foundational beliefs of traditional Christianity. It delves into problems such as logical coherence, personal pronouns, monarchy, equality, and the debate over the filioque clause in Greek and Latin. The book introduces Conciliar Trinitarianism, a model that responds to these issues and offers a resolution to the fundamental logical question at its heart. By comparing it with other models of the Trinity, such as Miaphysite, neo-Sabellian, and Social Trinitarianism, Williams sheds new light on this complex and enduring topic. Through its examination of the sixth ecumenical council's clarifications of Trinitarian doctrine, this Element provides a nuanced understanding of the Trinity and its significance in Christian theology.