Therefore the Truth I Speak: Scottish Theology 1500 – 1700

Donald Macleod, who in Scotland is known as 'the people's theologian', has here provided an informative and accessible survey of Scottish theology when it was at its peak of influence, from the early Luther-influenced evangelicals Patrick Hamilton and George Wishart, to the reformer John Knox, leading lights of the post-Reformation period who contributed tot he Westminster Confession such as Alexander Henderson and Samuel Rutherford, on up to the advent and establishment of covenant theology. Along the way he takes interesting detours to study the impact of Rutherford on the American Revolution and the 20th century response to covenant theology (not always appreciative!) and . There are thirteen chapters in all, each one digestible in one sitting if the reader chooses, while those who prefer to linger longer and take notes will find a wealth fo connections opening up before them to be explored in depth. Inevitably for a period during which church life was at the centre of national life rather than at its periphery, as is the case now, theology and politics were intertwined and therefore the often tumultuous political history of the period must be woven into the story as well. Dr. Macleod's style is engaging and never dull. For anyone with an interest in Scottish theology during the Reformation and post-Refomation period, this is the book to get.

Not everyone’s interest, but an outstanding book of history, theology and some application to the present scene. Anyone with an interest in reformed theology should find this fascinating.