Jonathan Arnold Livres

Exploring the resurgence of Christian sacred music in contemporary culture, this work examines its appeal to both religious and secular audiences. Through a blend of scholarly analysis, theological insights, and interviews with prominent musicians and spiritual leaders, the author highlights the enduring spiritual and theological significance of sacred music. The book invites readers from various backgrounds—whether believers or not—to engage with themes of spirituality, worship, and the intersection of faith and society.

Exploring the interaction between modern audiences and sacred music, this book delves into the emotional and spiritual impacts of such music in contemporary settings. It examines how listeners connect with the genre, the cultural significance it holds today, and the transformative experiences it can evoke. By analyzing various contexts and practices, the work highlights the relevance of sacred music in a secular world and its role in shaping communal and individual identities.

Born out of a love of language, text, classical learning, art, philosophy and philology, the Christian Humanist project lasted beyond the turmoil of sixteenth-century Europe to survive in a new form in post-Reformation thought. This title explores some of the finest intellects of late-Renaissance Europe.

Theoderic and the Roman Imperial Restoration offers a new interpretation of the fall of Rome and the 'barbarian' successor state known as Ostrogothic Italy. Relying primarily on Italian textual and material evidence, Jonathan J. Arnold demonstrates that the subjects of the Ostrogothic kingdom viewed it as a revived Roman Empire and its king, Theoderic, as its emperor.

The Everyday God explores, through an extended biblical reflection upon Matthew 25:34–40 and real-life examples, how works of social and environmental justice and mercy can transform lives.