In recent decades, alternative visions of political life have multiplied, from ethnic nationalism to individualistic liberalism, visions that have made headlines in countless ways.
Political ideologies are not merely a matter of governmental efficiency; rather, they are intrinsically and inescapably religious, each carrying certain assumptions about the nature of reality, individuals, and society, as well as a particular vision of the common good. These fundamental beliefs transcend the political sphere, and the astute Christian observer can discern the ways—sometimes subtle, sometimes not—in which political ideologies are rooted in idolatrous worldviews.
In this comprehensive study, renowned evangelical political scientist David Koyzis surveys the major political ideologies of our time, including liberalism, conservatism, nationalism, democracy, and socialism, carefully analyzing each and offering a scholarly and impartial critique. Dr. Koyzis concludes by proposing alternative models of politics that emerge from Christianity's historical engagement with the public sphere for centuries.
Key features
Examines the major contemporary political ideologies
Analyzes politics from an evangelical Protestant perspective, rooted in history and saturated with Scripture
Presents two alternative models of politics from an evangelical Protestant perspective
Pages: 444 Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 cm ISBN: 9786125034342
