EAN: | 9780470656341 |
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Sachgruppe: | Religion/Theologie |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Seitenzahl: | 784 |
Produktart: | Gebunden |
Herausgeber: | Hawkins, J Barney Markham, Ian S Nuñez Steffensen, Leslie Terry, Justyn |
Veröffentlichungsdatum: | 28.05.2013 |
Schlagworte: | Religion - Church History |
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This uniquely comprehensive reference work provides a global account of the history, expansion, diversity, and contemporary issues facing the Anglican Communion, the worldwide body that includes all followers of the Anglican faith. * An insightful and wide-ranging treatment of this dynamic global faith, offering unrivalled coverage of its historical development, and the religious and ethical questions affecting the church today * Explores every aspect of this vibrant religious community - from analyzing its instruments of Unity, to its central role in interfaith communication * Spans the Anglican Communion's long history through to 21st century debates within the church on such issues as sexual-orientation of clergy, and the pastoral role of women * Features a substantial articles on the Church's 44 provinces, including a brief history of each * Brings together a distinguished and international team of contributors, including some of the world's leading Anglican commentators