1. Chafer's Systematic Theology 4 Volumes
    Lewis Sperry Chafer
    Kregel Publications / 1993 / Hardcover
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  1. Andy Anderson
    Lynden, Washington
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    My Number One Theology Set
    July 14, 2013
    Andy Anderson
    Lynden, Washington
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I absolutely enjoy Basic Theology by C.C. Ryrie, and if I want additional detail for my study, I used this multi-volume systematic theology set by Chafer. I would like to provide a couple of quotes from two Giants of the Faith at Dallas Theological Seminary (see below).

    "Chafer's theology may be characterized as biblical, Calvinistic, premillennial, and dispensational; but chiefly he was a strong exponent of the grace of God. This central concept was related to his Calvinism (though he taught unlimited redemption); to his understanding of the distinctiveness of the church, the body of Christ, in the program of God (thus his dispensationalism); to his emphasis on the faithfulness of God to fulfill his promises to Israel (thus his premillennialism); and to grace as the ruling principle of the Christian life, coupled with an emphasis on the ministry of the Holy Spirit.

    Chafer was a skilled theologian, as may be seen in his excellent and often unique treatment of soteriology and pneumatology, and his theological writings gave academic status to his dispensational premillennial viewpoint. Undoubtedly his teaching and his written and popular ministry exerted a major influence for biblical understanding on the church in the twentieth century." by C.C Ryrie

    Chafer's Systematic Theology stands alone among the other available theologies. Walvoord is quite correct when he writes, "For the first time modern Fundamentalism has been systematized in an unabridged systematic theology. The work is definitely creative and original. There is no other work in systematic theology which is comparable to it. Its form of treatment, method of interpretation, and unabridged character have no parallel. As a representative, authoritative, and comprehensive treatment of systematic theology it will occupy a place filled by no other publication." John Walvoord

    Journal of Ministry and Theology Volume 5. (2001)., 5(1), 36.
  2. Issa
    São Paulo, Brazil
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Conservative and thorough
    December 23, 2010
    Issa
    São Paulo, Brazil
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
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    Meets Expectations: 5
    Eight volumes condensed in four supreme hardcover binding, lacking nothing upon aesthetics. Chafer is clearly orthodox and conservative concerning all of protestant doctrinal points, which positions, it is worth noting, are always sustained and supported by the Scriptures. He doesn't base his account on scholarship, which comes into play only sporadically and oftenly to serve as an example of some trend of thought.

    Chafer employs Scripture's passages extensively, what makes the study rich and slow at the same time if one intends to check on every quote of the Bible. It is true that some of the passages evoked not always seems to corroborate to his point clearly, though always somewhat related to the issue, but that's the price one pays for fulfilling barely every page with intended Scripture's proof.

    Conservative points of view are evident, as well as the criticism towards liberal theology, what grants that sometimes we have dogmatic assertions and scarce problematization on the question. Not always are we presented to the suposed "proofs" of the "enemy", only to their arguments, to which a steady refutation follows right away.

    The volumes are definitely thorough, comprising every tradicional division of Systematic Theology and adding to it some new aspects the author finds proper to depict. Volume 8 is an index one, a tremendous aid for searching especific topics through the set. It should not surprise that there is an author index however lacking a systematized bibliography: that's due to the emphasis on biblical passages rather than scholarship authorities.

    Curiously, it is a vast work though not properly deep. It brings lots of quotes from the Bible, but it is not the pourpose to discuss exegetically or hermeneutically some questions. To that, specific books are required, though a very good indication of the problem is offered in Chafer's presentation.

    It is a recommended work, worthy of high complements and, naturally, some critics also.
  3. Dr. Don
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Superb Buy
    April 10, 2017
    Dr. Don
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    As I already have the set of Systematic Theology by Hodge, I did not know what I would be getting with Chafer. However for the price I purchased the set and I was glad I did. Upon opening the box I sat in my home study and began to go through each volume in topic and content. When I looked up at the clock a little over an hour had passed. The cover and binding is durable and handsome, the pages are of quality stock and print easy to read and follow .As a professor and minister I will say that whether you are a lay student, academic student, pastor or professor the contents and depth are superb. On each level of study you will find information that will inform you and enrich you as you converse about the Christian faith in a personal or apologetic defense of the faith..
  4. J Faulkner
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    The Essence of DTS
    November 12, 2014
    J Faulkner
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Here in unabridged compact 4 vol. format are the wonderful 8 vols. offered by Pastor/Teacher L.S.Chafer.Very readable font and crisp bright pages radiating the pastoral teachings of one of the foundationstones of modern Biblical hermeneutics. These texts were taken from the seminary notes taught for years at Dallas Theological.I have worn out my original 8 vol. set and was delighted to find these here at CBD at such and affordable price...when I was a poor student in Bible School I had to save up to buy one vol. a month till I had the complete set.This set will open up Scriptures for the dedicated student.Christ is the focus throughout.Highly recommended!
  5. Gary Vickery
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    July 25, 2010
    Gary Vickery
    This is something every CHRISTIAN should read and know. BIBLE doctrine is not taught in CHURCHES anymore . This is why CHRISTIANITY and our county is in shambles.what a shame.
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