THEOLOGY
MAPPING ATONEMENT The Doctrine of Reconciliation in Christian History and Theology William G. Witt and Joel Scandrett This introduction traces the origins, development, and divergent streams of atonement theology throughout the Christian tradition and proposes key criteria by which we can assess their value. The authors introduce essential biblical terms, texts, and concepts of atonement; identify significant historical figures, texts, and topics; and show how various atonement paradigms are expressed in their respective church traditions. The book also surveys current “hot topics” in evangelical atonement theology and evaluates strengths and weaknesses of competing understandings of atonement. “Witt and Scandrett are wise, charitable, brilliant, and passionate guides to the scriptural, theological, and historical questions that compose atonement theology.” —TISH HARRISON WARREN, Anglican priest and author of Liturgy of the Ordinary and Prayer in the Night “Thoughtful Christians looking for guidance on the doc- trine of the atonement are flooded with almost too much information. Witt and Scandrett’s Mapping Atonement brings wonderful clarity to the field. I look forward to using this book in my own teaching.” —JOSEPH MANGINA, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto “A major theological accomplishment. With attention to detail and generosity of interpretation, Witt and Scandrett faithfully map the doctrine of atonement. This is the textbook on Christ’s salvific work that many have been waiting for.” —HANS BOERSMA, Nashotah House Theological Seminary “A superb survey of atonement theology. This will prove an essential introduction to the topic.” —EPHRAIM RADNER, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto
OCTOBER 2022 • 256 pp. • paper • $27.99 • 9780801030680
William G. Witt (PhD, University of Notre Dame) is professor of systematic theology and ethics at Trinity School for Ministry. Joel Scandrett (PhD, Drew University) is associate professor of historical theology and director of the Catechesis and Christian Formation Program at Trinity School for Ministry.
CONTENTS
Introduction: What Is Atonement? 1. Atonement as Incarnation: Irenaeus and Athanasius 2. Atonement as Christus Victor: Church Fathers and Gustaf Aulén 3. Atonement as Satisfaction: Anselm of Canterbury 4. Atonement as Divine Love: Peter Abelard and the Wesleys 5. Atonement as Fittingness: Thomas Aquinas 6. Atonement as Penal Substitution: John Calvin and Charles Hodge 7. Atonement as Moral Example: Hastings Rashdall 8. Atonement as Reconciliation: Karl Barth 9. Atonement Today Index
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