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Book SynopsisThe Filioque: History of a Doctrinal Controversy is the first complete English language history of the filioque written in over a century. Beginning with the biblical texts and ending with recent agreements on the place and meaning of the filioque, this book traces the history of the doctrine and the controversy that has surrounded it. From the Greek and Latin fathers, the ninth-century debates, and the Councils of Lyons and Ferrara-Florence, to the twentieth- and twenty-first century-theologians and dialogues that have come closer than ever to resolving this contentious issue, A. Edward Siecienski explores the strange and fascinating history behind one of the greatest ecumenical rifts in Christendom.
Trade ReviewSiecienski has made a significant contribution to a key issue in both historical theology and present day ecumenical relationships ... This is a well-formatted, readable volume with a solid argument, ample endnotes, and clear conclusions ... an excellent volume which I shall be recommending to all my students. * Scott Harrower, Journal of Theological Studies *
Table of ContentsIntroduction ; 1. The Procession of the Holy Spirit in the New Testament ; 2. The Greek Fathers ; 3. The Latin West ; 4. Maximus the Confessor ; 5. The Filioque from the Seventh to the Eleventh Century ; 6. The Filioque from the Eleventh to the Thirteenth Century ; 7. The Council of Lyons to the Eve of Ferrara-Florence ; 8. The Council of Ferrara-Florence (1438-39) ; 9. From Florence to the Modern Era ; 10. The Twentieth and Twenty-first Centuries ; Epilogue ; Notes ; Bibliography ; Index
