Abraham Kuyper: A Short and Personal Introduction

For a book promising a personal introduction to Kuyper, this offers very little of Kuyper s life or his influence on the author s life Instead, it s a not quite systematic overview of Kuyper s theology Mouw delivers on the short part of the promise, though I would have liked stories about this theologian statesman who influence so many of the institutions in which I grew up Also, I m pretty sure I was the only soccer fan reading this on the bus to the Sounders Timbers match last weekend.

As far as introductions to neo Calvinism go, this is the most lucid Prof Mouw goes beyond the standard take every square inch models of Neo Calvinism and asks us to reflect on what it means to be created for many ness.His chapter on Filling the Earth is standard Kuyperian treatment, so I won t spend much time on it here His chapter Celebrating Many ness was pure gold Contrary to state church claims, the church of Christ doesn t depend on only one form and that being manifested in a national chur [...]

Beautiful and winsome introduction to Kuyper s political and cultural thought While the title is a little misleading it is not much of an introduction to his life the book is a great on ramp to the discussion of Kuyperian ideas.

My notes and summary of the book Kuyper spent most of his writings talking about how we are called to serve in God s kingdom He argued that at the heart of our call to glorify God is our obedient service as God s designated caretakers in the cultural aspects of created life This implies that God had an original created culture that He intended One of the pieces of evidence for regaining creation is from John 3 16 the Greek word for world cosmos refers to all of creation So reformed scholars argu [...]

Great intro to Kuyper

My favorite chapters were The Antithesis, World Viewing, and A Kuyperianism Under the Cross.

I m disappointed to say that I didn t find the book particularly well written, because I ve heard plenty of great things about Richard Mouw, who seems a choice saint and prodigious scholar If this book was intended to provide an introductory tasting of Kuyper, it was sort of like eating a random bunch of tiny free samples while meandering aimlessly through your local grocer The work severely suffers from a lack of any coherent thread a fault I place on the editor as much as the author The brief [...]

Abraham Kuyper A Short and Personal Introduction Eerdmans really is both short and personal The first half is an overview of Kuyper s thought on a number of issues related to theology and culture, and the second half is a sort of appropriation of that thinking for the twenty first century Mouw focuses on the parts of Kuyper s thinking that have meant the most to him and that, in his view, have the most relevance for today s reader.Among the ideas Kuyper is most well known for is what is called s [...]

This is a wonderful little book on what might be described as the missional thinking of Abraham Kuyper The author has put together a short introduction to Kuyper s theology and thinking on culture and his own ideas of why and how Kuyper s thought might be important for Christians in the 21st Century Kuyper is probably best known for his quote, There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is sovereign over all, does not cry, Mine This book is helpfu [...]

As the title says, this is a very brief introduction to the thought of Abraham Kuyper However, Mouw especially emphasizes Kuyper s political and social thought.This was an enjoyable and quick read allowing one to become familiar with this influential Calvinist s thought But Mouw makes the case throughout that current evangelicals can learn much from Kuyper regarding how to be Christian in a pluralistic culture, especially how to interact with the political and secular facets of modern life.At be [...]

This is a great introduction to Kyper s thought It hits all the right points and does it in a fashion that makes it difficult to put down I wish, however, that the author would develop his themes a bit Every time he got on the roll, he wrapped up the chapter This might be a compliment to the authors writing just as much as a critique of his scantiness Thus, perhaps the book was too short at some points Anyone wishing to get acquainted with the life and thought of Kyper should pick up this book, [...]

I taught this in an introduction to culture worldview class The book was required teaching I really liked it My students first semester freshmen did not They overwhelmingly thought that it was too boring and didn t get it I thought it was straightforward and insightful I found that students needed hand holding to get through it than I anticipated not a critique of the book or writing a critique of my students interest and ability to engage I think it is important to remember that this is MOUW [...]

Richard Mouw has done us a great service in writing this enjoyable and palatable book It is a must read for those who wrestle with the question what does Christianity have to do with life outside the church Rarely do you find a book on Abraham Kuyper that is so readable and relevant to our world today Mouw gives us a best of Kuyper in this book, simplifying concepts and doctrines which have been the topic of tomes In the short hours that it takes to read this book, you will find yourself growing [...]

The first half of the book on Kuyper s life and world views was the most helpful part of the book He does a good job of giving a basic introduction to the world of Abraham Kuyper without leaving the study as a look into the past, but rather seeking to show how we may be better for our study of it all for the sale of the Gospel.

Probably the best introduction to Kuyper s life and thought out there Not only are major ideas like Sphere Sovereignty covered, but also important themes like the antithesis, common grace, and the rocky topic of race in Kuyperian thought Highly recommended if you don t want to wade through Bratt s nearly 500 page biography which I will be tackling next.

Although I am not a neo calvinist, Kuyper has made a major contribution to my understanding of both the Bible and the world This book is a nice compliment to Al Wolter s Creation Regained Mouw does a good job explaining Sphere Sovereignty The author also does well to show where Kuyper s ideas may be sharpened.CB

This is not a traditional biography of an opportunity for the author to express his own take on Kuyper s thought That s fine, but not what I expected, and it was a disappointing summary at that.

This was a good introduction to the life and thought of Kuyper It is short and incredibly diverse That was both it s strength and weakness It was long enough to include nearly every aspect of Kuyper s thoughts, but so short it left you wanting A lot .

Be forewarned, this is not a biography on Abraham Mad Dog Kuyper, like I originally thought Instead, it is a Kuyperian Calvinism and how it is applicable today Still very good, but I was a little disappointed to not read an excellent biography on Mad Dog.

Enjoyed Nice introduction, though Kuypers doctrinal convictions were only selectively highlighted, Mouw admits this was a distinctly personal introduction.

Good overview of Kuyper s theology, especially in regards to theology of culture

Excellent overview of Kuyper in a short and concise manner Highly recommended for anyone who wants an intro into Kuyper s life and thought.

Quick introduction to Kuyperian concepts by Mouw, who knows what he s talking about, but tones down the scholar language to make the book very accessible to the layman Quick read.

Solid primer for Abraham Kuyper and his thinking Reading this and a biography on Kuyper would be great prep for diving into his own work.

Honest and holistic presentation of Kuyper s thought, with valuable thoughts on bringing Kuyper into the 21st century.

Kuyper is an interesting character and he is making a comeback in terms of theological and sociological interest Mouw, Marsden, and Hunter all utilize him in their recent works.