The Age of the Spirit: How the Ghost of an Ancient Controversy Is Shaping the Church by Phyllis Tickle with Jon M. Sweeney explores how the ancient theological controversy surrounding the filioque clause (the addition of "and from the Son" to the Nicene Creed regarding the procession of the Holy Spirit) continues to influence and shape the Christian church today.
The book argues that understanding this historical debate is crucial to comprehending current shifts and challenges within Christianity, particularly concerning the role and understanding of the Holy Spirit.
It suggests that the church is entering a new era, termed "the Age of the Spirit," where the Holy Spirit's role in individual believers' lives and the broader church structure will become increasingly central.
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The Age of the Spirit: How the Ghost of an Ancient Controversy Is Shaping the Church by Phyllis Tickle with Jon M. Sweeney explores how the ancient theological controversy surrounding the filioque clause (the addition of "and from the Son" to the Nicene Creed regarding the procession of the Holy Spirit) continues to influence and shape the Christian church today.
The book argues that understanding this historical debate is crucial to comprehending current shifts and challenges within Christianity, particularly concerning the role and understanding of the Holy Spirit.
It suggests that the church is entering a new era, termed "the Age of the Spirit," where the Holy Spirit's role in individual believers' lives and the broader church structure will become increasingly central.