Election, Barth, and the French Connection, 2nd Edition: How Pierre Maury Gave a "Decisive Impetus" to Karl Barth's Doctrine of Election

The book Election, Barth, and the French Connection, 2nd Edition: How Pierre Maury Gave a "Decisive Impetus" to Karl Barth's Doctrine of Election, by Pierre Maury, is an examination of the work and influence of Pierre Maury, a French theologian who played a significant role in the development of Karl Barth's doctrine of election.

Maury's ideas on election, which emphasized its relationship to the incarnation and the nature of God's sovereignty, provided a turning point for Barth in his understanding of this central doctrine of the Christian faith. Through Maury's influence, Barth came to see election not as an abstract concept but as a dynamic and living reality that was grounded in the person of Christ.

This updated edition of the book includes new material that further explores Maury's relationship to Barth and the impact of his ideas on Barth's theology as well as on the wider world of theology and religious thought. It also includes a new foreword by renowned theologian John Webster, who reflects on the continuing relevance of Maury's work for contemporary theological discussions.

Overall, Election, Barth, and the French Connection, 2nd Edition provides a rich and illuminating account of the complex and nuanced interplay between theology, philosophy, and culture in the development of one of the most influential theological doctrines of the modern era. Description by ChatGPT.