Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Karl Barth's view of baptism and sacrament with its importance in his understanding of Christian life are discussed and seen in the light of the New Testament enquiry for a less doctrinal and a more eschatological-focused theology of Christian baptism.
Synopsis
This book initiates a thorough analysis of baptism in the theology of Karl Barth, particularly how he initially stated his understanding and later modified. His theological context and methodology are analysed from its biblical roots to its relevancy for the key question of the New Testament teaching of Christian baptism and its relevancy for current ecumenical discussion, especially as it is evolved in the Commission on Faith and Order of the World Council of Churches.