Figuring the Sacred: Religion, Narrative, and Imagination: 1 - Softcover

Donald Pellauer; Paul Ricoeur; Mark I. Wallace

 
9780800628949: Figuring the Sacred: Religion, Narrative, and Imagination: 1

Synopsis

The thought of Paul Ricoeur continues its profound effect on theology, religious studies, and biblical interpretation. Introduced by Mark Wallace, the twenty-one papers collected in this volume-some familiar, many translated here for the first time-constitute the most comprehensive anthology of Ricoeur's writings in religion since 1970. The writings are thematically divided into five parts: the study of religion philosophers of religion the Bible and genretheological overturespractical theologyRicoeur's hermeneutical orientation and his deep sensitivity to the mystery and power of religious language offer fresh insight into the transformative potential of sacred literature, including the Bible.

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About the Author

Donald Pellauer, leading translator of Ricoeur's work, is Professor of Philosophy, DePaul University, Chicago.

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