Paul Helm breaks new ground in this survey of Reformed theological anthropology. Engaging with patristic and medieval sources, he examines key authors from 1550 to 1750 to trace enduring patterns, developments, and shifts in Reformed thought. Read more.
Paul Helm breaks fertile ground in this survey of theological anthropology in the Reformed tradition. Acknowledging the rich patristic and medieval heritage available to Reformed theologians, Helm examines a representative range of authors and materials from the period 1550 to 1750 to identify certain ways of thinking, as well as elements of development and change. Addressing topics such as the relationship between body and soul, faculty psychology, and moral agency, Helm develops a compelling picture of Reformed thought on human nature that is sure to encourage further studies on this topic for years to come.