Eucharist [[electronic resource] ] : a guide for the perplexed / / Ralph N. McMichael

• Autore: McMichael Ralph N
• Pubblicazione: London ; ; New York, : Continuum/T & T Clark, c2010
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (173 p.)
• Disciplina: 234.163
• Soggetto topico: Lord's Supper - History of doctrines; Lord's Supper - Catholic Church; Lord's Supper and Christian union
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Chapter 1: Tradition; Chapter 2: Presence; Chapter 3: Sacrifice; Chapter 4: Church; Chapter 5: Life; Chapter 6: Theology; Notes; Select Bibliography; Index
• Sommario/riassunto: What is the Eucharist? This direct question would seem to yield an equally direct answer. However, as soon as we begin to answer it, we encounter an array of responses layered with various complexities. The answer is shaped by who answers, e.g. a Roman Catholic, an Anglican, or a Baptist. Perhaps, even the name 'Eucharist' would be contested. Answers to this question would reflect not only confessional differences but the spectrum of theological and liturgical perspectives across Christianity. One might emphasize the communal nature of the Eucharist, the presence of Christ for adoration, the
• Titolo autorizzato: Eucharist
• ISBN: 1-282-86786-5; 9786612867866; 0-567-05832-8
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910785482403321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II
• Serie: Guides for the perplexed.