Political Theology: A Guide for the Perplexed

There is an increasingly intense interest in political theology amongst contemporary scholars and students. Yet, while there are many authors engaging in political theology, there are very few resources about political theology which aim to orient students and other recent new-comers to the field. This is a concise and accessible advanced introduction which distinguishes various approaches to political theology, and which explores several of the central issues addressed in political theologies. Theological students will be able to approach courses and readings in political theology with a renewed confidence with this overview in hand.

Introduction\ Part I: Defining Political Theology\ 1. The Emergence of Political Theology\ 2. Approaches to Political Theology\ Part II: Issues in Political Theology\ 3. The Church and the Political\ 4. The Politics of Jesus\ 5. War and Peace\ 6. Liberalism and Democracy\ 7. Oppression, Marginalisation and Liberation\8. Creation, History and Eschatology\ Conclusion