How Long to Read Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition

By Andrew Purves

How Long Does it Take to Read Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 20 minutes to read Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition by Andrew Purves

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Too often pastoral care is uninformed by historical practice and is overly influenced by psychological theory and practice, according to Andrew Purves. At least one consequence of this is that it is often disaffiliated from the church's theological heritage. Purves examines Christian writers from the past who represent the classical tradition in pastoral theology--classical in the sense that they and their texts have shaped the minds and practices of pastors in enduring ways. He reflects on texts from Gregory Nazianzus, John Chrysostom, Gregory the Great, Martin Bucer, and Richard Baxter. He...

How long is Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition?

Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition by Andrew Purves is 137 pages long, and a total of 35,209 words.

This makes it 46% the length of the average book. It also has 43% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 12 minutes to read Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition aloud.

What Reading Level is Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition?

Pastoral Theology in the Classical Tradition is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

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