The Body of the Cross: A Radical Reimagining of Christian Theology

In The Body of the Cross, acclaimed theologian Miroslav Volf offers a radical reimagining of Christian theology. Volf argues that the traditional understanding of the cross as a symbol of God's wrath and punishment is fundamentally flawed. Instead, he proposes that the cross reveals God's love and justice in a new and profound way.

The Body of the Cross: Holy Victims and the Invention of the Atonement

by Travis E. Ables

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Volf begins by exploring the historical context of the cross. He shows that the cross was originally a Roman instrument of torture and execution. It was used to punish criminals and slaves, and it was considered to be a shameful and degrading way to die. However, Volf argues that Jesus' death on the cross transformed the meaning of this symbol. By willingly submitting to death on the cross, Jesus revealed the depths of God's love and compassion for humanity.

Volf also challenges the traditional understanding of God's justice. He argues that God's justice is not about punishing sinners, but about restoring them to relationship with God. Volf writes, "God's justice is not about getting even with sinners; it is about making them whole again." The cross, then, is not a symbol of God's wrath, but of God's desire to reconcile humanity to himself.

The Body of the Cross is a groundbreaking work of Christian theology that has the potential to change the way we understand God and our relationship with him. Volf's insights are both challenging and inspiring, and they offer a new vision of the Christian faith that is both intellectually rigorous and deeply compassionate.

Praise for The Body of the Cross

"A stunning and original work of theology that will challenge and inspire readers for years to come." - Cornel West

"Volf has written a masterpiece that will redefine Christian theology for the 21st century." - Walter Brueggemann

"A brilliant and provocative book that will change the way we think about the cross and God's love." - John Ortberg

About the Author

Miroslav Volf is a Croatian-American theologian and professor at Yale University. He is the author of numerous books, including Exclusion and Embrace, Allah: A Christian Response, and The End of Memory. Volf is a leading voice in Christian theology, and his work has been translated into more than 20 languages.

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The Body of the Cross: Holy Victims and the Invention of the Atonement

by Travis E. Ables

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4071 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	265 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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