Why is it so important that believers not forget the ancient traditions of the faith? Wilken explains by resurrecting their meaning and relevance to prevalent issues we face today, such as religious pluralism, apologetics, the Trinity, Scripture interpretation, virtuous living, and the passions.
Robert L. Wilken is the William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of the History of Christianity, University of Virginia at Charottesville. Among his many books is 'The Land Called Holy: Palestine in Christian History and Thought'. This book is a collection of essays by Robert Wilken challenging us to remember aspects of Christian tradition that have been forgotten.