Reformed Scholasticism : Recovering the Tools of Reformed Theology

"Ryan McGraw presents an introduction of historic Reformed orthodoxy (1560-1790) and its research methodology. This book establishes the tools needed to study Reformed scholasticism and its potential benefits to the church today by describing the nature of Reformed scholasticism and outlining the research methodology, the nature and the character of this branch of theology, and providing a retrospective view on the contemporary appropriations. McGraw discusses the proper use of primary and secondary sources and offers instructions on how to write historical theology. Each chapter draws extensive examples from primary source evidence, published books and articles in this field; as well as engaging with a wide range of ancient and medieval sources. This volume is an excellent guide for students as it teaches them how to identify primary and secondary sources, suggests good links and tips for learning Latin; and provides an overview of the most important figures in the period."--Bloomsbury Publishing. Cover Contents Acknowledgments Part 1 Introduction 1 Introduction: Why Reformed Scholasticism? Why study Reformed scholasticism? Who is this book for? How does this book achieve its aims? Why is this book justified? Conclusion Part 2 Research Methodology 2 Sources: Primary How to choose a topic of study How to identify primary sources Using primary sources to set your context The language of Reformed scholastic primary sources: Learning and using Latin How to obtain primary sources Some significant primary source authors Conclusion 3 Sources: Secondary How to identify relevant secondary sources How to use secondary sources How to obtain secondary sources Conclusion 4 Research Methodology: Historiography and Writing Historical Theology Preliminary reflections on historiography Toward “seeing things their way” Conclusion 5 Writing Historical Theology Outlining a project Writing a project Keeping track of everything Conclusion Part 3 The Nature of Reformed Scholasticism: Methodand Trajectories 6 General History and Terminology Historical scope Related historical movements Related descriptive terms Conclusion 7 A Theology of the Schools The rise and development of medieval theological education The early development of Protestant universities The development of universities under Reformed orthodoxy Conclusions: The character of the theology of the schools 8 A Theology in Conversation with the Entire Catholic Tradition Sola scriptura not solo scriptura Test case one: Amandus Polanus Test case two: Francis Turretin Medieval and contemporary appropriations Conclusions 9 A Theology of Continuities and Discontinuities Continuities and developments Discontinuities of method and substance? Conclusions Part 4 The Character of Reformed Scholasticism: InternationalCatholicity and Piety 10 International Catholicity International education and teaching Reformed orthodoxy in various regions of Europe Conclusions 11 Piety Piety and the nature of theology in Reformed scholasticism Puritanism The Dutch Nadere Reformatie Conclusions Part 5 Contemporary Appropriations of Reformed Scholasticism 12 What Is Next?: Personal Growth, Theological Reflection, and Service to the Church Reflect on what you have gained Remember your goals Recognize potential avenues for theological and pastoral uses Conclusion Works Cited Index Ryan McGraw presents an introduction of historic Reformed orthodoxy (1560-1790) and its research methodology. This book establishes the tools needed to study Reformed scholasticism and its potential benefits to the church today by describing the nature of Reformed scholasticism and outlining the research methodology, the nature and the character of this branch of theology, and providing a retrospective view on the contemporary appropriations--page 4 of cover