Gijsbert van den Brink
Biographic Data
| ID | 9289925 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Gijsbert van den Brink |
| GIVEN NAMES | Gijsbert van den |
| FAMILY NAME | Brink |
| SIGNATURE | VAN DEN BRINK G |
| AFFILIATIONS | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-6950-734X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 13 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 13 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2013 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
On trusting God
This research explores the meaning of the first article of the Nicene Creed (‘We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of all things visible and invisible’) in an attempt to interpret each word and phrase within the Creed’s historical context. It then highlights the abiding relevance of this article in light of contemporary challenges, examining how the Creed continues to provide theological orientation in a culture that questions belief…
Science and Religion
Building on recent work by historians of science, many scholars studying the relationships between religion, theology, and science have stopped treating the concepts of science and religion as if they were natural kinds. But if we refrain from using these terms in an essentialist way, what comes next? Should both categories be abandoned, or perhaps replaced by other ones? In particular, it is suggested that in the near future we may see science a…
Progress in Theology
This book explores the intriguing relationship between theology, science, and the ideal of progress from a variety of perspectives. While seriously discussing the obstacles and pitfalls related to the notion of progress in theology, it argues that there are in fact many different kinds of progress in theology. It considers how this sheds positive light on what theologians do and suggests that other disciplines in the humanities can equally profit…
Vexed Issues on Evolution in Christianity and Islam
In response to Shoaib Malik's Islam and Evolution, this paper compares Christian and Muslim views on six oft perceived conflicts between neo-Darwinian evolution and religion.These concern (1) holy scripture and hermeneutics, (2) evolutionary evil, (3) human uniqueness (4) human origins, (5) divine providence in relation to evolutionary chance, and (6) the origins of religion.Whereas stunning similarities surface, we also find remarkable differenc…
Prolegomena
This chapter charts some of the ways in which the prolegomena have traditionally been drafted and discussed in Reformed theology. First, we will examine the two Reformers who arguably most deeply influenced most of the later trajectories of Reformed theology: Philip Melanchthon and John Calvin. Next, we will turn to the movement of post-Reformation Reformed Orthodoxy, mapping some of its complex and intricate intellectual trajectories. We will th…
Systematic Theology
Amsterdam University Press is a leading publisher of academic books, journals and textbooks in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Our aim is to make current research available to scholars, students, innovators, and the general public. AUP stands for scholarly excellence, global presence, and engagement with the international academic community
The future of theology at public universities
In the recent past, we have seen a parting of the ways of the theological discipline and public universities in many places throughout Western Europe. In this article, firstly, some backgrounds of this development are briefly explored, taking the situation in the Netherlands as an example. Secondly, it is argued that from a Christian – and especially a Reformed – theological point of view that this development is suboptimal and should be regrette…
In defence of dialogue
The Reformed Stance
This article attempts to answer the question what makes a particular theology “Reformed”. First of all, three fairly common ways to answer this question are criticized as being reductionist. Over against such attempts, the authors emphasize the plurality of Reformed theology. Next, however, drawing on a concept introduced by philosopher of science Bas van Fraassen, they argue that Reformed theology can still be described as a distinct phenomenon …
Calvinism and the Making of the European Mind
Calvinism and the Making of the European Mind traces the interplay between Calvinism’s transformative spirituality and the rise of modern Europe. How did the Reformed tradition affect the sciences, economic practices, views on religious toleration and the constitution of European polities?
Calvin, the Reformed Tradition and Modern Culture
The relationship between Calvinism and the emergence of constitutional, liberal, limited or democratic government remains as disputed as ever. More recently, interesting and innovative work has been done on the connection between reformed religion and the various European legal systems and traditions. A significant issue is the relationship between the reformed tradition and the visual arts in ecclesiastical and religious contexts. The level of c…
Calvinism and the making of the European mind
Calvin and the Early Christian Doctrine of the Trinity
According to John Thompson it is a widespread misconception that by way of the motto sola Scriptura Protestants wished to dispense with all post-apostolic traditions and writings. He certainly considered the Bible as the sole norm and source for Christian life and doctrine. John Calvin begins the chapter on the Trinity with a discussion of the classical concepts and definitions. He proves sensitive to the motives of those who do not want to subsc…
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Calvin and the Early Christian Doctrine of the Trinity
According to John Thompson it is a widespread misconception that by way of the motto sola Scriptura Protestants wished to dispense with all post-apostolic traditions and writings. He certainly considered the Bible as the sole norm and source for Christian life and doctrine. John Calvin begins the chapter on the Trinity with a discussion of the classical concepts and definitions. He proves sensitive to the motives of those who do not want to subsc…
Calvin, the Reformed Tradition and Modern Culture
The relationship between Calvinism and the emergence of constitutional, liberal, limited or democratic government remains as disputed as ever. More recently, interesting and innovative work has been done on the connection between reformed religion and the various European legal systems and traditions. A significant issue is the relationship between the reformed tradition and the visual arts in ecclesiastical and religious contexts. The level of c…
Calvinism and the making of the European mind
The Reformed Stance
This article attempts to answer the question what makes a particular theology “Reformed”. First of all, three fairly common ways to answer this question are criticized as being reductionist. Over against such attempts, the authors emphasize the plurality of Reformed theology. Next, however, drawing on a concept introduced by philosopher of science Bas van Fraassen, they argue that Reformed theology can still be described as a distinct phenomenon …
Calvinism and the Making of the European Mind
Calvinism and the Making of the European Mind traces the interplay between Calvinism’s transformative spirituality and the rise of modern Europe. How did the Reformed tradition affect the sciences, economic practices, views on religious toleration and the constitution of European polities?
In defence of dialogue
Prolegomena
This chapter charts some of the ways in which the prolegomena have traditionally been drafted and discussed in Reformed theology. First, we will examine the two Reformers who arguably most deeply influenced most of the later trajectories of Reformed theology: Philip Melanchthon and John Calvin. Next, we will turn to the movement of post-Reformation Reformed Orthodoxy, mapping some of its complex and intricate intellectual trajectories. We will th…
Systematic Theology
Amsterdam University Press is a leading publisher of academic books, journals and textbooks in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Our aim is to make current research available to scholars, students, innovators, and the general public. AUP stands for scholarly excellence, global presence, and engagement with the international academic community
The future of theology at public universities
In the recent past, we have seen a parting of the ways of the theological discipline and public universities in many places throughout Western Europe. In this article, firstly, some backgrounds of this development are briefly explored, taking the situation in the Netherlands as an example. Secondly, it is argued that from a Christian – and especially a Reformed – theological point of view that this development is suboptimal and should be regrette…
Vexed Issues on Evolution in Christianity and Islam
In response to Shoaib Malik's Islam and Evolution, this paper compares Christian and Muslim views on six oft perceived conflicts between neo-Darwinian evolution and religion.These concern (1) holy scripture and hermeneutics, (2) evolutionary evil, (3) human uniqueness (4) human origins, (5) divine providence in relation to evolutionary chance, and (6) the origins of religion.Whereas stunning similarities surface, we also find remarkable differenc…
Progress in Theology
This book explores the intriguing relationship between theology, science, and the ideal of progress from a variety of perspectives. While seriously discussing the obstacles and pitfalls related to the notion of progress in theology, it argues that there are in fact many different kinds of progress in theology. It considers how this sheds positive light on what theologians do and suggests that other disciplines in the humanities can equally profit…
Science and Religion
Building on recent work by historians of science, many scholars studying the relationships between religion, theology, and science have stopped treating the concepts of science and religion as if they were natural kinds. But if we refrain from using these terms in an essentialist way, what comes next? Should both categories be abandoned, or perhaps replaced by other ones? In particular, it is suggested that in the near future we may see science a…
On trusting God
This research explores the meaning of the first article of the Nicene Creed (‘We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of all things visible and invisible’) in an attempt to interpret each word and phrase within the Creed’s historical context. It then highlights the abiding relevance of this article in light of contemporary challenges, examining how the Creed continues to provide theological orientation in a culture that questions belief…
Philosophy (11 works) · Theology (8 works) · Epistemology (6 works) · Reformation and Early Modern Christianity (4 works) · Christian Theology and Mission (3 works) · Sociology (3 works) · Doctrine (2 works) · Environmental ethics (2 works) · Evolution and Science Education (2 works) · Medieval Philosophy and Theology (2 works)