Modern Theology: A Sense of Direction (OPUS S.) - Softcover

Mackey, James P.

 
9780192892065: Modern Theology: A Sense of Direction (OPUS S.)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0192892061 ISBN 13: 9780192892065
Publisher: Oxford Paperbacks, 1987

Synopsis

Examining religion in the context of modern atheism, Mackey argues that modern Christian apologists have neglected the positive and humanistic visions of Hegel and his followers while trying to combat 20th-century materialism with ineffectual arguments: "proofs" of God's existence, historical evidence for miracles, and doctrines imposed by authorities. Mackey explores a more promising direction in modern theology by insisting on a closer attention to those philosophers who promote the natural religious instinct of humankind. Innovative and persuasive, this book confronts the crucial questions of our time and paves the way for a new philosophy of the spirit.

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Synopsis

Depicts Christianity as a "way" (much as Marxism and some Eastern religions are thought to be "ways" rather than doctrines), and looks for the concrete spirit of Jesus in practice, in truly eucharistic communities.

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Publisher
Oxford Paperbacks
Publication date
1987
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0192892061
ISBN 13 
9780192892065
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
206

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