God, Mystery, Diversity

In this frank and stimulating book, leading theologian Kaufman presents in brief compass his historicist approach to Christian theology and central Christian mysteries, especially as they impinge on today's radically pluralistic religious and cultural scene and the moral challenges it presents globally.

Working directly from the concept of God, Kaufman first sketches a role for Christian theology (Part One) and a reconstruction of Christian conceptions of humanity, God, and Christ (Part Two). He then employs this approach to engage other traditions directly, especially Buddhism (Part Three) and formulate a fresh and responsible understanding of religious truth generally.

A neat encapsulation and significant extension of Kaufman's work in In Face of Mystery, this volume offers a religious vision of humanization that is potentially global yet profoundly Christian.