Apologetics is the discipline of defending a position through the use of information. The position defended is often religious in nature and it's defenders are called apologists.
Apologetics is "argumentation on behalf of the Christian faith".
Apologetics means to defend something by use of intelligent argument. The Bible uses this word when it talks about when someone had an accusation against them (like court) the person had to defend himself by using intelligent arguments. So, apologetics has to do with defending the beliefs a person has.
Contextual apologetics is a method of defending the Christian faith by taking into account the specific cultural, social, and intellectual context in which one is engaging with others. It seeks to communicate the relevance and truth of Christianity in a way that resonates with the particular concerns and questions of the audience.
It is a book written by Norman L. Geisler and Frank Turek. It is a book of Christian apologetics, or defending the faith.
Ezekiel Bornig Kephart has written: 'Apologetics' -- subject(s): Apologetics
Apologetics involves defending and explaining the beliefs of Christianity, while evangelism focuses on sharing the message of Christianity with others. Apologetics can provide logical reasons and evidence to support the Christian faith, helping to address doubts and objections. Evangelism, on the other hand, involves actively sharing the gospel and inviting others to accept Jesus as their savior. When apologetics and evangelism work together, they can complement each other in effectively sharing the message of Christianity. Apologetics can help address intellectual barriers and provide a solid foundation for evangelism, while evangelism can bring the message of hope and salvation to those who may be seeking spiritual truth. By combining the two approaches, Christians can engage in meaningful conversations and reach a wider audience with the message of Christianity.
Andrew Davison has written: 'Imaginative apologetics' -- subject(s): Apologetics, Imagination, Christianity
Alfred Ernest Garvie has written: 'A Handbook of Christian Apologetics' -- subject(s): Apologetics
Gen is the abbreviation for Genesis. Also see "Apologen" which means "Apologetics Genesis" and "Apologetics Generation".
W. Devivier has written: 'Christian apologetics' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, Apologetics, History, Apologetic works
Theology plays a crucial role in apologetics by providing the foundational beliefs and principles that are used to defend and explain the faith. Apologetics relies on theological concepts and doctrines to make a rational and persuasive case for the truth of Christianity.
David K. Clark has written: 'Changing World Unchanging Church' 'Dialogical apologetics' -- subject(s): Apologetics