Robert Culver wrote Systematic Theology with the goal of creating a treasure trove for the student of the Bible. No previous knowledge of theology demanded, this volume is written in an essentially readable way and is the perfect core to the library of anyone who loves to learn.
Subjects include: the doctrine of God, the doctrine of man as created, the doctrine of man as fallen, the doctrine of salvation, the doctrine of last things, and the doctrine of Christ.
Endorsements
The book appears to be a valuable contribution based on a reading of some of the issues; however, if you wish to sell more copies I would increase the font size and possibly put it into two volumes. In addition, you may wish to include a CD with the book so that the font can be manipulated and enlarged. I expect to see purchased copies being recycled into used book stores because of this issue. I will have to visit the optometrist if I wish to enjoy this book.
vanguard@tcq.net
"Culver brings both the explicitly biblical framework of Reymond and the historical-mindedness of McGrath together in one massive volume!"
Tony Reinke Writer for Desiring God & author of Lit!
Dr. Culver has given us a classic statement of the evangelical faith. This is a book to come back to again and again.
Timothy George Founding Dean of Beeson Divinity School, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama
‘Dr Robert Culver has been an "international treasure" in the church for years and has helped many of us in our personal walk and ministry. As a theologian, he is biblical and balanced, and he keeps reminding us that theology is for living and not just for studying. He believes that a theologian should challenge and instruct and he fulfills these ministries admirably. Both the young preacher and the veteran will find enlightenment and nourishment in these pages.'
Warren W. Wiersbe (1929 – 2019) Author and Conference Speaker
Thanks to 'vanguard for his positive review. In answer to his question about the print, the font size is 10. This is in the standard range for published material of this kind. Our market research indicated that a single volume would be preferred if it could be kept to around 1200 pages. We have no plans to add a CD to the book but a digital version should shortly be available through Biblesoft and Logos
The Publisher
The oft ignored doctrine of the perspicuity of Scripture has found a new champion in Robert Culver's thorough yet engaging Systematic Theology. First, last, and always he is a teacher, a teacher of the sure and certain doctrines of the Bible. Culver's theology is in keeping with the best of reformation and subsequent evangelical traditions. We are eager to see Robert Culver's Systematic Theology translated into the Magyar tongue. It is hoped his words will, as they have with so many of his American students, encourage and inform sound Bible teaching in the reawakening pulpits of the Hungarian people.
Michael A. Braun Director, Project Hungary
Here is a bold, comprehensive, and faithful systematic theology.
R. Albert Mohler President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky
The labor of a lifetime. This theological resource proves to be thoroughly biblical, soundly orthodox, and eminently readable... it receives my warm commendation.
Richard Mayhue Research Professor of Theology Emeritus, The Master’s Seminary, Sun Valley, California
"Culver's Systematic Theology is biblically grounded, edifying and thorough. As a theologian, he writes with the worshipful reverence of a Puritan, the stirring exhortation of a prophet, the logical precision of a philosopher, and the wise guidance of a pastor. His desire to ground all our theology in Scripture is obvious throughout."
Erik Thoennes Professor and Chair of Theology, Talbot School of Theology and Pastor, Grace Evangelical Free Church of La Mirada, California
Dr. Culver represents the highest achievement in the area of Systematic Theology.
Walter C. Kaiser Jr. President Emeritus, Gordon–Conwell Theological Seminary, South Hamilton, Massachusetts.
Culver is a brilliant teacher of God's Word, you won't be disappointed with this read!
John Burke, Presbyterian Pastor, Clinical Psychologist
This wide-ranging, well-directed, sharp-sighted textbook is his magnum opus... This one stands high as a demonstration of the biblical rationality of the Reformed faith.
J. I. Packer (1926–2020), Board of Governors’ Professor of Theology, Regent College, Vancouver, Canada
'It was my pleasure to study in Dr. Culver's systematic theology courses at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Long have I cherished his notes from such classes as "sin and salvation" and "ecclesiology and eschatology." What I learned from him has served me exceptionally well as an evangelical professor. As I perused the present work, it was just as if I were back in the classroom. Dr. Culver's careful presentation and encyclopedic wisdom shine through these pages. I am grateful that the current generation of Bible students-and those to come-will now be able to learn from one of the American masters of theology.'
Kendell H. Easley, Professor of Biblical Studies, Union University, Germantown, Tennessee
'Here is the rich harvest of a dedicated scholar's lifetime of study, teaching, and writing. There is no area of theology that Dr. Culver fails to discuss with a masterful grasp of all the relevant issues. What I especially appreciate is his command of significant literature. This exhaustive work provides a resource that pastors in particular will find of great help in dealing with doctrinal questions.'
Vernon Grounds (1914-2010), Chancellor, Denver Seminary, Littleton, Colorado
I received a copy of Robert Culver Duncan's Systematic Theology, Biblical and Historical this past July (2006). I have not completed reading through - it is one of my reading projects, and I am just halfway through. It has been an interesting and informative read. Robert Duncan writes in an engaging manner. He has a good grasp of the historical background of the various doctrines. It is instructive to trace the development of each one historically. The historical approach itself merits a reading of this Theology.
It is 1280 pages - that is true. But it is a dense 1280 pages - the first book that I have read that requires good light and my reading glasses. On these large pages with small but adequate print is a lot of excellent reading - considerably more than most single volume systematic theologies.
He approaches theology in a balanced way, respectfully explaining positions that differ from his own, while unapologetically stating his own views and conclusions. As a bookseller, I intend to stock this book and heartily recommend it to those looking for a thorough, interesting, orthodox, evangelical and biblical Systematic Theology.
Robert Duncan Culver (1916-2015) was Professor of Theology at Wheaton College and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. An author, preacher, pastor and teacher all of his adult life right up until his 98th year.
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