Austin Farrer is often called the one genius the Church of England produced in the 20th Century. His innovative ideas crossed a host of theological disciplines. Assessing his continuing importance and introducing him to a new generation of readers, Austin Farrer for Today brings together a stellar collection of writers to re?ect on Farrer's contribution to biblical theology, philosophy, language, doctrine, prayer and preaching. Chapters include: -Rowan Williams on Farrer as a doctrinal theologian -Morwenna Ludlow on Farrer's language and symbolism -Jane Shaw on Farrer as preacher -John Barton, on typology in Farrer
Austin Farrer is often called the one genius the Church of England produced in the 20th Century. His innovative ideas crossed a host of theological disciplines. Assessing his continuing importance and introducing him to a new generation of readers, Austin Farrer for Today brings together a stellar collection of writers to re?ect on Farrer's contribution to biblical theology, philosophy, language, doctrine, prayer and preaching. Chapters include: -Rowan Williams on Farrer as a doctrinal theologian -Morwenna Ludlow on Farrer's language and symbolism -Jane Shaw on Farrer as preacher -John Barton, on typology in Farrer