Systematic Theology: A Compendium

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Summary: The finest one volume historic review of Protestant theology
Review: I do not agree with Mr. Strong on every matter, especially when it comes to eschatology (which he more or less avoids) - but I have been consulting Strong's Systematic Theology for 25 years, and am not done with it, yet. No where else will you find such a sweeping panorama of ALL the significant theological positions that have become the Protestant Religions so tightly and succinctly arranged and displayed. Mr. Strong gives "time and space" to those he disagrees with within the volume, and presents the best of their arguments. He seems willing to give credit where credit is due, but he does not compromise his own position at any time. There is a terrific appendix of subjects and persons, a complete list of scriptures used and where. As was said by a previous reviewer - this is HEAVY reading - but when you are done with a section, you know exactly what the issues are, what the issues are called (jargon), and who championed the various views. Arminians will NOT like this book. Mr. Strong did NOT like John Wesley - but then.... neither did I.

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Summary: Theology Advanced
Review: I have read Strong's Theology, and it is indeed a great book. It is very fundamental, and covers all of the main theological issues in depth. If you are looking for a more Contemporary issue try Erickson's Theology.

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Summary: A Theology Primer Only For The "Strong"-Minded
Review: This 3-volume compendium is extremely heavy reading for the non-theological mind. However,it is nonetheless an indispesible tool for training one's mind for the intricate science of theology. One cannot be called theologically trained unless one is familiar with Strong. The only real drawback is that his contemporary applications are now archaic.