This Very Short Introduction provides both the believer & non-believer with a balanced survey of the central questions of theology David Ford's approach draws us in to considering the principles underlying religious belief including the centrality of salvation to most major religions the concept of God in ancient modern & postmodern contexts the challenge posed to theology by prayer & worship & the issue of sin & evil He also probes the nature of experience knowledge & wisdom in theology & discusses what is involved in interpreting theological texts In this new edition Ford considers the contemporary relevance of theology including the effect of globalization & digitized communication examines the theological responses to change & development in science considers the impact of increased engagement between Islam & the West & looks at the development & importance of theology between the different faiths ABOUT THE SERIES The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas & enthusiasm to make interesting & challenging topics highly readable