Discipleship and Imagination

`Review from previous edition The detailed level of argumentation makes this a must-read for historians, theologians, and all those interested in the patterns of Christian discipleship.' Religious Studies Review `a profound study in what might be called the 'epistemology of faith'' Journal of Theological Studies `David Brown is especially helpful on issues relating to feminism and the discipleship of women, as he deftly avoids a host of common pitfalls' Theological Studies `Brown's scholarship is massive without ever becoming tedious, and the range of subjects covered - art, philosophy, literature, and the history and writings of three major world religions - is awesome.' Anthony Freeman, THES `No one could read these two books [Tradition and Imagination and Discipleship and Imagination] without being grateful to Brown for his many rich insights and the challenge laid down by his refusal to embrace exclusively any one approach.' Anthony Freeman, THES `a most impressive study' The Expository Times `Brown ... is not only a noted theologian, he is also skilled in philosophy and able to use his appreciation of art and knowledge of art history to cast light on his theme. His discussion of the criteria for recognising Christian truth and legitimate developments in tradition is outstanding.' Church of England Newspaper `quite magnificent.' James Barr, previously Regius Professor of Hebrew, University of Oxford and Professor of Hebrew Bible, Vanderbilt University `This is a book which challenges both easy liberalism and easy conservatism. By drawing on so wide and so rich a range of Christian history and tradition, Brown reminds us that apparent cul-de-sacs and neglected avenues can prove to be surprising challenges to contemporary discipleship.' Rt Revd Geoffrey Rowell, Church Times `Brown has undertaken a Herculean task in both Tradition and Imagination and Discipleship and Imagination and rendered wonderful results. His encouragement of the Church to engage fully in ever-developing imaginative traditions is a worthy call and one to be applauded. These volumes are highly recommended' Literature & Theology