Series: Wiley Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion

Engagingly written by one of the world’s leading scholars in this field, this comprehensively revised edition of Spirituality tells the story of Christian spirituality from its origins in the New Testament right up to the present day. Charts the main figures, ideas, images and historical periods, showing how and why spirituality has changed and developed over the centuries. Includes new...

Engagingly written by one of the world’s leading scholars in this field, this comprehensively revised edition of Spirituality tells the story of Christian spirituality from its origins in the New Testament right up to the present day. Charts the main figures, ideas, images and historical periods, showing how and why spirituality has changed and developed over the centuries. Includes new...

The Reformation: A Brief History is a succinct and engaging introduction to the origins and history of the Protestant Reformation. A rich overview of the Reformation, skilfully blending social, political, religious, and theological dimensions. A clearly and engagingly written narrative which draws on the latest and best scholarship. Includes the history of the Reformation in Scandinavia and Eastern Europe, areas...

This engaging book by one of today's best-known Christian writers explores the history of heaven, from its origins in biblical writings to its most recent representations. A Brief History of Heaven is a short, accessible book on the history of heaven. It draws together representations of heaven by a wide range of writers, theologians, politicians, and artists. It covers literary...

This enlightening book steers readers through the challenges and moral issues, providing a clear and decisive history of the main figures and texts in Christian ethics. Christian Ethics offers a short and lively history of Christian ethics, exploring how Christianity has always had to grapple with complex moral problems. From questions about the status of early Christians who renounced their...

This unparalleled introduction to cults and new religious movements has been completely updated and expanded to reflect the latest developments. Each chapter reviews the origins, leaders, beliefs, rituals, and practices of a new religious movement (NRM), highlighting the specific controversies surrounding each group. Cults and New Religions is a fully updated, revised, and expanded edition of an unparalleled introduction to...