THE COMMUNICATION OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH

by Hendrik Kraemer ‧ RELEASE DATE: Oct. 22, 1956

The author of this book has presented the problem of communication of the Christian faith and in a manner that demands attention. The reader will find it necessary to follow the dialectics of the first three chapters, or ""lectures,"" with diligence, to avoid missing important punch lines. These punch lines are often buried within the argument and were probably more readily recognizable in the oral lectures than in the printed notes. The five lectures were originally given at Knox College, Toronto, in 1955. The conclusions of the arguments appear in Chapters four and five, and are somewhat the author's opinion, rather than syllogistic conclusions from the promises of the earlier chapters. The author is quite journalistic about his understanding of the World Council of Churches. The reader who believes with the author that the World Council of Churches can be a vehicle of better communications would find this work very stimulating. And doubtless those who do share the author's views will enjoy pursuing his philosophy of the problems and appraisal of human communications. Though starting slowly, the arguments compel respect for a subject of really vital importance to Christianity. Serious students of the ecumenical movement will be especially interested in the book.

Pub Date: Oct. 22, 1956

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Westminster

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: Oct. 1, 1956

Categories: NONFICTION