Understanding Abraham Kuyper's Public Theology

Abraham Kuyper was a man of many talents and achievements. He edited two newspapers, founded a university, led the formation of a new denomination, championed a new political movement, and served as prime minister of the Netherlands. He was also a formidable controversialist, a brilliant theologian, and a tireless advocate of public justice. We examine his public theology with Dr. Jordan Ballor.Recommended Readings from Dr. BallorAbraham Kuyper Collected Works in Public TheologyAbraham Kuyper: A Centennial Reader, ed.James Bratt (Eerdmans)Abraham Kuyper, Lectures on CalvinismGuest InfoJordan J. Ballor (Doctor of Theology, University of Zurich; Ph.D., Calvin Theological Seminary) is director of research at the Center for Religion, Culture & Democracy, an initiative of the First Liberty Institute. He serves as executive editor of the Journal of Religion, Culture & Democracy as well as associate director at the Henry Institute for the Study of Christianity & Politics at Calvin University and the Junius Institute for Digital Reformation Research at Calvin Theological Seminary. He is author and editor of numerous volumes, including the Abraham Kuyper Collected Works in Public Theology. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com