Aquinas, Original Sin, and the Challenge of Evolution by Daniel W. Houck (Englis

Description: Aquinas, Original Sin, and the Challenge of Evolution by Daniel W. Houck This book will be required reading for anyone interested in the history of the doctrine of original sin or Christianity and science. It offers a groundbreaking discussion of Thomas Aquinas in his medieval context. Moreover, it defends a view of original sin that is compatible with mainstream evolutionary biology. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Is original sin compatible with evolution? Many today believe the answer is No. Engaging Aquinass revolutionary account of the doctrine, Daniel W. Houck argues that there is not necessarily a conflict between this Christian teaching and mainstream biology. He draws on neglected texts outside the Summa Theologiae to show that Aquinas focused on humanitys loss of friendship with God - not the corruption of nature (or personal guilt). Aquinass account is theologically attractive in its own right. Houck proposes, moreover, a new Thomist view of original sin that is consonant with evolution. This account is developed in dialogue with biblical scholarship on Jewish hamartiology and salient modern thinkers (including Kant, Schleiermacher, Barth, and Schoonenberg), and it is systematically connected to debates over nature, grace, the desire for God, and justification. In addition, the book canvasses a number of neglected premodern approaches to original sin, including those of Anselm, Abelard, and Lombard. Author Biography Daniel W. Houck is senior pastor of Calvary Hill Baptist Church (Fairfax) and adjunct professor of theology at the John Leland Center for Theological Studies. A research fellow at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in 2017–18, his publications have appeared in journals such as Archa Verbi and Nova et Vetera. Table of Contents 1. Augustine and the long twelfth century; 2. Aquinas on original justice; 3. Aquinas on the effects of original sin; 4. Aquinas on original guilt; 5. Original sin and some modern theologians; 6. Original sin and the challenge of evolution; 7. Original sin; 8. A response to some objections. Review Daniel Houcks intriguing reconsideration of Aquinass neglected theory of sin is both timely and illuminating. Not only is he able to show the distinctiveness of Aquinass position, but also its potential for a fresh alignment with contemporary evolutionary theory. Houck is a ready exegete, a clear-thinking philosopher, and an insightful theologian of considerable learning and breadth. This is an outstanding first book from an emerging theological talent. Sarah Coakley, FBA, Norris-Hulse Professor Emerita, University of CambridgeAs befits an attempt to marry dogmatic theology and modern science, Daniel Houck brings something old, something new to the task of thinking through the meaning of original sin in light of challenges from evolutionary biology. Both aforementioned somethings pertain to Thomas Aquinas, from whose centuries old texts Houck derives a new understanding of original sin, one that represents a distinct contribution to a doctrine that otherwise stands as a shocking offense to reason (Pascal). Kevin J. Vanhoozer, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, ChicagoAquinas, Original Sin, and the Challenge of Evolution stands out among the best works in recent constructive theology. Houck retrieves and carries forward earlier Thomistic debates about original sin, as part of staking out his own position on this crucial topic in light of contemporary scientific evidence. He also explores the development of the doctrine before Aquinas, as well as the more influential contemporary proposals. A profound and timely book. Matthew Levering, James N. and Mary D. Perry Jr. Chair of Theology, Mundelein Seminary[this book] … for anyone interested in Aquinass soteriology, ecumenical discussions of sin and the Fall, or the theological reception of evolutionary biology. Brendan Case, Modern TheologyDaniel Houcks book offers a notable contribution to the literature on original sin, especially, but by no means only, in relation to Thomas Aquinas. It is also noteworthy as a work at the interface between theology and science, given that Houcks treatment of each is equally deft, with both given the detailed conceptual and historical attention they deserve … It is a particular delight to come across a work of theology so well versed in science. Andrew Davison, International Journal of Systematic Theology Promotional Drawing on Aquinas, Houck proposes a groundbreaking theory of original sin that is theologically robust and consonant with evolutionary theory. Review Quote [this book] ... for anyone interested in Aquinass soteriology, ecumenical discussions of sin and the Fall, or the theological reception of evolutionary biology. Brendan Case, Modern Theology Promotional "Headline" Drawing on Aquinas, Houck proposes a groundbreaking theory of original sin that is theologically robust and consonant with evolutionary theory. Details ISBN1108725430 Author Daniel W. Houck Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English ISBN-10 1108725430 ISBN-13 9781108725439 Pages 294 Year 2022 Format Paperback Publication Date 2022-08-18 Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-08-18 NZ Release Date 2022-08-18 UK Release Date 2022-08-18 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises Alternative 9781108493697 DEWEY 233.14 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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