A Trinitarian Theology of Law
Author | : David H. McIlroy |
Publisher | : Wipf and Stock Publishers |
Total Pages | : 285 |
Release | : 2009-07-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781606088777 |
ISBN-13 | : 1606088777 |
Rating | : 4/5 (777 Downloads) |
Download or read book A Trinitarian Theology of Law written by David H. McIlroy and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the neglected significance of the doctrine of the Trinity for the understanding of human law. Through interaction with the thought of Jÿrgen Moltmann, Oliver O'Donovan and Thomas Aquinas, it argues that human law is called to play a positive but limited role in maintaining shallow justice and relative peace. Human law is overshadowed by the work of the Son, included in the purposes of the Father, and used as an instrument by the Holy Spirit. However, the Spirit works in those who are in Christ to effect deep justice, a work of sanctification which culminates in glorification--the experience of perfect, free, willing obedience in heaven. Thinking about law in the light of the Trinity enables us to understand its role, its purposes, and its limits.