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Hendrickson Publishers Church Dogmatics, 14 Volumes
Karl Barth's Church Dogmatics is, arguably, the most important theological publication of the 20th Century. Reacting against a prevailing Enlightenment project (German Idealism), Barth sought to articulate an expression of Christian belief that nevertheless took seriously, and yet overcame the critique of Christian doctrine brought forth by 19th Century Protestant Liberalism, and the unsatisfactory re-construal of Christianity by rationalism's close relative, "Natural Theology".
Most believe he succeeded wildly, and in doing so re-established Theology's ability to speak positively and confidently about faith, reason, and God in Jesus Christ.Since its publication in the United States the Dogmatics has remained relatively inaccessible to pastors, students, and even many professors due to its cost. Hendrickson Publishers, with its publication of the 14-volume set of the Church Dogmatics, has overcome this obstacle.
Hendrickson is reproducing the original 14-volume set edited by T.F. Torrance and G.W. Bromiley first published more than forty years ago by T&T Clark. The Hendrickson edition will contain the entire 14-volume set and all its contents, or the entire Church Dogmatics as it was originally published by T&T Clark. This set is ideal for pastors, students, and scholars who have wanted to read Barth, but have been heretofore limited by the cost of such an endeavor.
It is also an excellent opportunity for those who have had little exposure to Barth to become more familiar with a theologian who is increasingly influencing our understanding of the Trinity, Christology, Creation, Ecclesiology, the Christian life, ethics, biblical interpretation, and Christian interaction with culture and politics. In short, it is must reading for all students of theology and Scripture no matter their background or theological perspective.
As Calvin's Institutes was the most influential theological masterpiece of the Reformation, there is little doubt that Barth's Dogmatics(if it has not done so already) will emerge to a similar status in relation to its own cultural and historical context.
Note: As many of you know a 31vol. study edition of Barth's Dogmatics is now available. It is important to note that Hendrickson edition is not the same as the study edition. Moreover, the Hendrickson edition does not include translations of Greek, Latin, and other languages found sporadically throughout the Dogmatics.
Most believe he succeeded wildly, and in doing so re-established Theology's ability to speak positively and confidently about faith, reason, and God in Jesus Christ.Since its publication in the United States the Dogmatics has remained relatively inaccessible to pastors, students, and even many professors due to its cost. Hendrickson Publishers, with its publication of the 14-volume set of the Church Dogmatics, has overcome this obstacle.
Hendrickson is reproducing the original 14-volume set edited by T.F. Torrance and G.W. Bromiley first published more than forty years ago by T&T Clark. The Hendrickson edition will contain the entire 14-volume set and all its contents, or the entire Church Dogmatics as it was originally published by T&T Clark. This set is ideal for pastors, students, and scholars who have wanted to read Barth, but have been heretofore limited by the cost of such an endeavor.
It is also an excellent opportunity for those who have had little exposure to Barth to become more familiar with a theologian who is increasingly influencing our understanding of the Trinity, Christology, Creation, Ecclesiology, the Christian life, ethics, biblical interpretation, and Christian interaction with culture and politics. In short, it is must reading for all students of theology and Scripture no matter their background or theological perspective.
As Calvin's Institutes was the most influential theological masterpiece of the Reformation, there is little doubt that Barth's Dogmatics(if it has not done so already) will emerge to a similar status in relation to its own cultural and historical context.
Note: As many of you know a 31vol. study edition of Barth's Dogmatics is now available. It is important to note that Hendrickson edition is not the same as the study edition. Moreover, the Hendrickson edition does not include translations of Greek, Latin, and other languages found sporadically throughout the Dogmatics.
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Greek, Hebrew and Latin Translation
Just how extensive is Barth's usage of Greek, Hebrew and Latin? My handle of the former two is fairly elementary (Latin is nil). Would it be better to opt for the study edition? Or does the price make the languages worth bearing with?
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The prize makes a great difference, but with some linguistic tools You are probably able to read those Classical passages that You need to understand.
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answer 2
Barth himself instructed readers to skip the small print sections (where the Greek, Hebrew, and Latin is found) unless you are a seasoned theologian. He said you can understand what he has to say by reading the main text only, but you will not understand if you were to read only the small print. I plan to reread the series and include the small print the second time around. That is a long term goal.
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Jon Gowin
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In his "small print" sections Barth SOMETIMES presents short passages of Latin; however, I would say that his work should not be a drawback if one has little Greek and no Latin. A study edition is always helpful. Even though I have some knowledge of Greek, Hebrew, and Latin, lexica are always good to have, even for the expert. 90% or more of Barth is translated into plain English.
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Barth's use of Greek, Hebrew and Latin is not such that someone unfamiliar with the languages will lose the thread of the argument or the thrust of the discussion. Often one can discern the sense of a word or phrase he uses from the context, and sometimes he offers a translation. Moreover, these references most often occur in his long excurses in small print, not in the main body of the text. Therefore, I recommend the whole work, not the study edition.
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The Count
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answer 5
I have a working knowledge of Hebrew but none of Greek or Latin. I don't find the presence of these in the Church Dogmatics to be daunting. I prefer this over the study version not only because of the price but because the pages line up to the editions other scholars use. Makes it easier to track the pribt discussions. As to which will work best for you, that depends on what you're using it for. If you'll be attempting to engage Barth critically and carefully with the help of secondary sources, get this set.
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