Parker's Pensées Ep. 194 - Herman Bavinck and Philosopher-Theologians w/Dr. Greg Parker
Sep 19, 2022
Dr. Greg Parker, an assistant professor and expert on Herman Bavinck, joins to discuss his new translations of Bavinck’s works, including 'What is Christianity?' and critiques of earlier translations. He dives into Bavinck's life, describing him as a polymath who linked disciplines within a theological framework. The discussion also explores Bavinck's ethics, the organic motif, and how his public theology engaged various audiences. Parker highlights the relevance of Bavinck's ideas for modern theologians and emphasizes a balanced appropriation of his thought.
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Bavinck's Unmatched Versatility
- Parker gushes about Bavinck's versatility across dogmatics, ethics, pedagogy, and public writing.
- Greg Parker recounts Bavinck teaching and publishing at every level and engaging many audiences.
How Greg Discovered Bavinck
- Greg describes finding Bavinck at a local bookstore while working an Amazon job and buying Reformed Dogmatics.
- Seminary study and independent projects deepened his engagement and led to doctoral work on Bavinck.
Theological Encyclopedia As Integrative Map
- Bavinck's Theological Encyclopedia maps disciplines and connects knowledge through theology.
- Greg sees Bavinck as a polymath who integrates fields rather than isolating them.