An introduction to the study of systematic theology. Hagenbach has segregated his doctrines into five periods, the first entitled "From the Apostolic Age to the death of origen," the fifth being "The Age of Criticism, or Speculation, and of the antagonism between faith and knowledge, philosophy and Christianity, reason and revelation; and attempts to reconcile these antagonisms."

Reprint of the original, first published in 1869.

A monumental work which combines theological acumen with a readable style, and remains an indispensable aid in the study of historical theology."-Cyril J. Barber from The Minister's Library"