Overview

From the writings of Jingjing, a monk in the eighth century, to essays from contemporary church leaders and academics, Chinese theology offers distinct perspectives within the world church on matters from sin and salvation to Confucian-Christian practice and Marxist materialism. Chloë Starr draws together the writings of Chinese theologians for an English-speaking audience, providing a much-needed resource for scholars and general readers. This anthology, based on He Guanghu and Daniel H. N. Yeung's Sino-Christian Theology Reader (漢語神學讀本), presents an extensive selection of ecclesial and scholarly theological writings from mainland China and provides explanatory context of the historical and theological background for each pre-modern and early twentieth-century text, along with brief biographies of the authors. Ecumenical in scope, A Reader in Chinese Theology brings God to new light through a variety of sources: early Church of the East texts; Roman Catholic writings from the Ming and Qing; singular Taiping treatises; twentieth-century Protestant writings across the church spectrum; and an assortment of academic essays showcasing ""Sino-Christian theology"" from the Reform Era (1978–).

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Author:   Chloë Starr
Publisher:   Baylor University Press
Imprint:   Baylor University Press
Weight:   0.417kg
ISBN:  

9781481312103

ISBN 10:   1481312103
Pages:   277
Publication Date:   30 October 2022
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Introduction Part One: Traditional China 1 Tablet Eulogizing the Propagation of the Illustrious Religion in China, by Jing Jing 2 True Meaning of the Lord of Heaven, by Matteo Ricci 3 Treatise on Supplanting Doubts, by Yang Tingyun 4 A Brief Explanation of the Hanging Picture of the Creator & Memorial Statement: On How to Judge the Teachings, by Xu Gaungqi 5 Introductory Summary to the First Collection of Works on Heavenly Studies & Reading the ""Jingjiao Stele,"" by Li Zhizao 6 Ultimate Discourse on Fearing God and Loving Others, by Wang Zheng 7 Good Words to Admonish the Age, by Liang Fa 8 Teachings on the Origin of the Way, by Hong Xiuquan Part Two: Revolutionary and Nationalist China 9 Letter to the Pope, Requesting the Establishment of a Chinese Academy, by Ma Xiangbo 10 Systematic Theology: Revealed Theology, by Jia Yuming 11 The Indigenous Church, by Zhao Zichen (T. C. Chao) 12 The Bride of Christ, by Wang Mingdao 13 The Way of Salvation: The Judgment at Golgotha, by Ni Tuosheng (Watchman Nee) 14 How Catholicism Resolves Social Issues, by Xu Zongze (P. Joseph Zi, S.J.) 15 The Renewal of Christianity and the Revival of the Chinese Nation, by Wu Leichuan 16 Christianity and Materialism: Confessions of a Christian, by Wu Yaozong (Y. T. Wu) 17 ""Mortification,"" from The Interior Carmel: The Threefold Way of Love, by Wu Jingxiong (John C. H. Wu) 18 The Logos Discourse in St. John's Gospel, by Luo Zhenfang 19 The Cosmic Christ, by Ding Guangxun (K. H. Ting) 20 The Task of Theological Construction for the Chinese Church, by Chen Zemin 21 The ""Already"" and the ""Not Yet"" & ""Unceasing Generation,"" by Wang Weifan 22 How Is Modern Sino-Christian Theology Possible? by Chen Cunfu Part Three: Contemporary Theologians and Academics 23 On the Construction of a Chinese Feminist Theology, by Gao Shining 24 Reflection on the Modes and Significance of Eternal Life, by Zhang Qingxiong 25 The Philosophy of Life in Zhuangzi and Ecclesiastes: A Comparison, by Liang Gong 26 Inculturation or Contextualization: Interpretation of Christianity in the Context of Chinese Culture, by Yang Huilin 27 The ""Four Incipient Virtues"" in Confucianism and Christian ""Original Sin,"" by Zhao Lin 28 My Views on Sino-Christian Theology, by Zhuo Xinping 29 Salvation and Wandering, by Liu Xiaofeng 30 Causes and Consequences of the Theoretical Systemization of Christianity, by Li Qiuling 31 The Frustrations of Yan Mo: The Identity Crisis of an Eighteenth Century Confucian Catholic, by Li Tiangang 32 Christian-Confucian Interaction in a Modern Context, by Sun Shangyang 33 Mission in the Chinese Church, by Cao Shengjie 34 God's Promise and Eschatological Hope, by Gao Ying 35 Success through Christ and Failure through Antichrist: A Reflection on the Reformation's Transformative Influence on Chinese Culture, by He Guanghu

Reviews

"This book aims to illustrate the multiple concepts of Chinese theology, demonstrate the breadth, inclusiveness, and openness of Chinese theology, and present the long historical tradition and the rich and colorful intellectual content of Chinese theology. It is much recommended for readers and scholars interested in Chinese theology. --Wei Xiong, Central Chinga Normal University ""Religious Studies Review"""

...Starr's book is an exciting addition for scholars and teachers of ChineseChristianity, and it will make a tremendous resource for those looking to diversify their curricula culturally. Historians, systematicians, and biblical scholars alike will be glad to have this book on their shelves. --Joshua R. Brown ""Theological Studies"" ""This is an extremely important book, beautifully translated and edited, and it deserves to be widely read and used in Western Christian circles where knowledge of China and its Christian history is still sadly largely unknown."" --David Jasper, Uniervsity of Glasgow ""The Glass"" The selections in the book are well considered and give the reader a sense of the full range of thought in Chinese theology. In addition to benefiting seasoned practitioners, this book will be especially helpful to new scholars encountering Chinese theology for the first time or as a supplement to undergraduate or graduate level classes covering Chinese theology. --K. Lauriston Smith ""Southeastern Theological Review"" This book aims to illustrate the multiple concepts of Chinese theology, demonstrate the breadth, inclusiveness, and openness of Chinese theology, and present the long historical tradition and the rich and colorful intellectual content of Chinese theology. It is much recommended for readers and scholars interested in Chinese theology. --Wei Xiong, Central Chinga Normal University ""Religious Studies Review""

"...Starr's book is an exciting addition for scholars and teachers of ChineseChristianity, and it will make a tremendous resource for those looking to diversify their curricula culturally. Historians, systematicians, and biblical scholars alike will be glad to have this book on their shelves. --Joshua R. Brown ""Theological Studies"" ""This is an extremely important book, beautifully translated and edited, and it deserves to be widely read and used in Western Christian circles where knowledge of China and its Christian history is still sadly largely unknown."" --David Jasper, Uniervsity of Glasgow ""The Glass"" The selections in the book are well considered and give the reader a sense of the full range of thought in Chinese theology. In addition to benefiting seasoned practitioners, this book will be especially helpful to new scholars encountering Chinese theology for the first time or as a supplement to undergraduate or graduate level classes covering Chinese theology. --K. Lauriston Smith ""Southeastern Theological Review"" This book aims to illustrate the multiple concepts of Chinese theology, demonstrate the breadth, inclusiveness, and openness of Chinese theology, and present the long historical tradition and the rich and colorful intellectual content of Chinese theology. It is much recommended for readers and scholars interested in Chinese theology. --Wei Xiong, Central Chinga Normal University ""Religious Studies Review"""

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Chloë Starr is Professor of Asian Theology and Christianity at Yale Divinity School.

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