Publisher's Synopsis
Theological Symbolics is a book written by Charles Augustus Briggs, a theologian who was a professor at Union Theological Seminary in New York City. The book is a comprehensive study of the symbols and doctrines of the Christian faith, with an emphasis on the historical development of theological thought. The book is divided into three main sections. The first section provides an overview of the history of theological symbolism, tracing the development of Christian doctrine from the early Church to the modern era. The second section explores the various symbols and doctrines of the Christian faith in detail, including the Trinity, the Incarnation, and the Atonement. The third section examines the role of theological symbolism in contemporary theology and its relevance to the modern world.Throughout the book, Briggs emphasizes the importance of understanding theological symbolism as a means of deepening one's faith and gaining a better understanding of the mysteries of the Christian faith. He also highlights the ways in which theological symbolism has been used to promote unity and understanding among different Christian traditions.Overall, Theological Symbolics is a comprehensive and insightful study of the symbols and doctrines of the Christian faith, written by one of the leading theologians of his time. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Christian theology and its historical development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.