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The Contested Public Square: The Crisis of Christianity and Politics,Used
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Christian thinking about involvement in human government was not born (or born again!) with the latest elections or with the founding of the Moral Majority in 1979. The history of Christian political thinking goes back to the first decades of the church's existence under persecution. Building on biblical foundations, that thinking has developed over time. This book introduces the history of Christian political thought traced out in Western culturea culture experiencing the dissolution of a longfoughtfor consensus around natural law theory. Understanding our current crisis, where there is little agreement and often opposing views about how to maintain both religious freedom and liberal democracy, requires exploring how we got where we are. Greg Forster tells that backstory with deft discernment and clear insight. He offers this retrospective not only to inform but also to point the way beyond the current impasse in the contested public square. Illuminated by sidebars on key moments in history, major figures and questions for further consideration, this book will significantly inform Christian scholars' and students' reading and interpretation of history.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Contested Public Square'? A: The main theme of 'The Contested Public Square' is the exploration of the history of Christian political thought and its evolution over time, particularly in the context of contemporary challenges in maintaining religious freedom and liberal democracy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Contested Public Square' is Greg Forster.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 254 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 30, 2008.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'The Contested Public Square' suitable for students? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students and Christian scholars, as it provides significant insights into the history of Christian political thought.
- Q: Does the book include any historical sidebars? A: Yes, the book is illuminated by sidebars that highlight key moments in history, major figures, and questions for further consideration.
- Q: What are the key subjects covered in the book? A: The key subjects covered include Christian political thought, natural law theory, religious freedom, and liberal democracy.
- Q: Is the book focused on a specific time period? A: The book traces the history of Christian political thought from the early church under persecution to contemporary challenges.
- Q: What insights does Greg Forster offer in this book? A: Greg Forster offers insights into the backstory of Christian political thought and guidance on moving beyond current societal impasses.