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The book ""The New Testament in the Christian Church"" by Edward Caldwell Moore is a comprehensive study of the role and significance of the New Testament in the Christian Church. The author explores the historical and theological aspects of the New Testament, examining its origins, composition, and interpretation by the early Church fathers. The book also delves into the various controversies and debates that have arisen over the centuries regarding the New Testament's authority and relevance in Christian doctrine and practice.Moore's analysis is grounded in his deep knowledge of the New Testament and its historical context, as well as his familiarity with the major theological and philosophical movements that have shaped Christian thought over the centuries. He draws on a wide range of sources, including biblical texts, historical documents, and scholarly works, to provide a nuanced and insightful perspective on the New Testament's role in shaping Christian belief and practice.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the New Testament's influence on the Christian Church. These include its role in shaping Christian doctrine and theology, its impact on Christian worship and liturgy, and its relationship to other religious traditions and philosophical systems.Overall, ""The New Testament in the Christian Church"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of Christianity, as well as for scholars and students of biblical studies, theology, and religious studies. It offers a thoughtful and engaging exploration of one of the most important texts in Western civilization and its enduring impact on the Christian faith.1924. Contains eight lectures by Moore, professor of Theology in Harvard University. The lectures were delivered before the Lowell Institute. Contents: The Authorities of the Early Christians; The Witness of the Earliest Christian Literature to the New Testament; The New Testament at the End of the Second Century; The Closing of the Canon in the West; The Closing of the Canon in the East. The Renaissance and the Reformation; The Canonization and the Origin of Church Government; The Canonization and the Beginnings of the History of Doctrine; The Idea of Authority in the Christian Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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