A Genetic History Of The New England Theology

by Frank Hugh Foster

""A Genetic History of the New England Theology"" by Frank Hugh Foster is a scholarly work that explores the development of religious thought in New England during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book examines the theological ideas of prominent figures such as Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight, and Nathaniel William Taylor, tracing their intellectual lineage back to the Puritan theologians of the 17th century. Foster argues that the New England Theology was shaped by a complex interplay of historical, cultural, and intellectual factors, including the Enlightenment, the Great Awakening, and the rise of Romanticism. Through careful analysis of primary sources and historical context, Foster provides a detailed and nuanced account of the theological debates that defined the intellectual landscape of New England during this period. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of American religious history, as well as anyone interested in the intellectual history of the United States.Scholarly Survey Of The Development Of Christian Thought In New England. Introduction; The First Century In New England, 1620-1720; Jonathan Edwards' Earlier Labors; The Treatise On Freedom And Will; Edwards' Remaining Metaphysical Treatises; Joseph Bellamy; Samuel Hopkins; Hopkins' System Of Theology; The Developing Eschatology And Atonement; The Development Of The Theory Of The Will; The Unitarian Controversy; The Universal Controversy; The Systems Of Theology, 1800-1840; Nathaniel W. Taylor; The Later New Haven Theology; The New School Of Presbyterianism; The Oberlin Theology; Edwards A. Park; Conclusion.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.

584 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1987

About the author

1851-1935