{"product_id":"9781394279814","title":"Theology The Basics","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTheology\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Basics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlister E. McGrath\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eReligion \/ Christianity \/ General\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvides a reader-friendly introduction to Christian theology for students, churches, and independent learners \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTheology: The Basics, Fifth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e offers a concise introduction to the fundamental ideas of Christian theology. Explaining essential theological vocabulary and concepts in an accessible and engaging manner, this widely used textbook provides a structured overview of key theological themes, including faith, God, creation, salvation, and the Trinity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fifth edition continues the book's tradition of clarity and fairness, presenting theological concepts from across the Christian spectrum—including Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, and evangelical perspectives. Without endorsing any particular viewpoint, acclaimed theologian Alister E. McGrath describes core theological ideas and the historical debates that have shaped Christian thought for over two millennia. Carefully refined through feedback from students worldwide, this new edition maintains the strengths of its predecessors while incorporating recent developments in the field. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent foundation for anyone seeking to understand Christian theology and engage with its rich and diverse tradition, \u003ci\u003eTheology: The Basics:\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresents an insightful exploration of Christianity's intellectual depth for those new to the subject\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers fundamental theological themes such as creation, Christology, sacraments, and heaven\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides historical context for key theological debates, concepts, themes, and figures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers flexibility of use for instructors, suitable as a standalone introduction or as a companion to \u003ci\u003eTheology: The Basic Readings\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTheology: The Basics, Fifth Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for undergraduate courses in Christian theology, religious studies, and divinity programs, as well as for church-based theology courses. It remains a foundational textbook for students in seminaries, theological colleges, and universities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cb\u003eALISTER E. McGRATH\u003c\/b\u003e is a Senior Research Fellow in the Faculty of Theology and Religion at Oxford University. A renowned scholar in Christian theology, McGrath’s expertise spans historical theology, science and religion, and Christian apologetics. He has held senior academic positions and published numerous acclaimed theological works, including Christian Theology: An Introduction and The Christian Theology Reader.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 August 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley-Blackwell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781394279814\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaperback \/ softback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44348283846796,"sku":"9781394279814","price":26.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781394279814.jpg?v=1780157222","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781394279814","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}