Was Holy Communion Instituted by Jesus?, (Hardcover)

<p>"Was Holy Communion Instituted by Jesus?" is a scholarly theological inquiry into the origins and scriptural foundations of the sacrament of the Eucharist. Written by Douglas S. Guy, B.D., this work examines the historical and biblical evidence surrounding the Last Supper and the subsequent establishment of the rite within the early Christian church.</p><p>The book delves into complex questions of liturgical development and dogmatic interpretation, seeking to determine the direct involvement of Jesus Christ in the institution of what has become one of the most central practices of the Christian faith. Guy provides a rigorous analysis of the New Testament accounts, comparing the synoptic Gospels with Pauline tradition to reconcile different perspectives on the ritual's inception.</p><p>This volume serves as an essential resource for theologians, clergy, and students of church history interested in the intersection of biblical criticism and sacramental theology. By exploring the critical arguments of the early 20th century, the author offers a profound reflection on the nature of the Holy Communion and its enduring significance in the life of the believer.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Was Holy Communion Instituted by Jesus?, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781026073278
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 228