Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Evolution Of Newman's Conception Of Faith"" by John A. Elbert explores the development of John Henry Newman's understanding of faith throughout his life. Newman was a prominent theologian and convert to Catholicism in the 19th century, and his ideas about faith had a significant impact on Christian thought at the time.Elbert examines Newman's writings and speeches, tracing the evolution of his ideas about faith from his early Anglican years to his later Catholic ones. He explores how Newman's understanding of faith changed in response to the challenges he faced, such as the rise of scientific skepticism and the controversies surrounding the Oxford Movement.The book also delves into Newman's personal life and experiences, showing how his own struggles with doubt and uncertainty informed his thinking about faith. Elbert argues that Newman's conception of faith was not static, but rather a dynamic and evolving process that reflected his ongoing engagement with the world around him.Overall, ""Evolution Of Newman's Conception Of Faith"" offers a detailed and nuanced exploration of one of the most important theologians of the 19th century, and sheds light on the ongoing debates about faith and reason in contemporary Christianity.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.
