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Christian Politics with Oliver O’Donovan

Mere Fidelity

CHAPTER

Exploring the Impact of Old Testament Scriptures on Political Theology

This chapter delves into the significance of incorporating Old Testament scriptures into political imaginations, from depicting a nation's political order guided by their sovereign God to exploring the relationship between law, creation, and political units. It also touches on the works of political theologians like Oliver O'Donovan and Carl Schmitt, discussing the implications of enmity in politics, the influence of common objects of love on political movements, and contrasting perspectives on societal bonds and political stability.

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