A Reader in Chinese Theology

This pathbreaking reader provides English readers a rare window into the world of Chinese theology from the eighth century to the present. Comprehensive in scope, the reader covers many subjects, such as the indigenization of Christianity in China, Confucian-Christian dialogue, Christianity and socialism, Christian mission, and the construction of Sino-Christian theology. It is indispensable for anyone interested in the present and future development of Chinese Christianity.

~Kwok Pui-lan, Dean’s Professor of Systematic Theology, Candler School of Theology, Emory University

A rich collection and wonderful translation of the representative writings in Chinese theology, this book by Chloe Starr not only connects traditional China and the contemporary world, nonreligious universities and church-based seminaries, academic studies and faith testimonies, but also encourages mutual reflection and interpretation between China and the West.

~Yang Huilin, Distinguished Professor and Vice-Chair of the University Academic Council, Renmin University of China

This book aims to illustrate the multiple concepts of Chinese theology, demonstrate the breadth, inclusiveness, and openness of Chinese theology, and present the long historical tradition and the rich and colorful intellectual content of Chinese theology. It is much recommended for readers and scholars interested in Chinese theology.

~Wei Xiong, Central Chinga Normal University, Religious Studies Review

...Starr's book is an exciting addition for scholars and teachers of ChineseChristianity, and it will make a tremendous resource for those looking to diversify their curricula culturally. Historians, systematicians, and biblical scholars alike will be glad to have this book on their shelves.

~Joshua R. Brown, Theological Studies

"This is an extremely important book, beautifully translated and edited, and it deserves to be widely read and used in Western Christian circles where knowledge of China and its Christian history is still sadly largely unknown."

~David Jasper, Uniervsity of Glasgow, The Glass

The selections in the book are well considered and give the reader a sense of the full range of thought in Chinese theology. In addition to benefiting seasoned practitioners, this book will be especially helpful to new scholars encountering Chinese theology for the first time or as a supplement to undergraduate or graduate level classes covering Chinese theology.

~K. Lauriston Smith, Southeastern Theological Review

For all those who do not read Chinese and have an interest in the history, development and content of Chinese Christian theology in China, it is an indispensable reading, providing a large amount of knowledge on Christianity in China.

~ZBIGNIEW WESOŁOWSKI, Monumenta Serica: Journal of Oriental Studies