The Doctrine of Justification By Faith

A rigorous defense of justification by faith alone through the imputation of Christ's righteousness. Owen examines the nature of justifying faith, the biblical meaning of justification, and the imputation of Christ's obedience — both active and passive. Drawing extensively from Paul's epistles, especially Romans, he refutes the objections of Roman Catholic and Socinian theologians, and reconciles Paul and James on faith and works. A towering achievement of Puritan theological scholarship.