Author: Emil Brunner
Publisher: London : Epworth Press
ISBN:
Category : Church
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Modern man finds the theme "The Word of God" quite impossible and totally irrelevant as a subject for discussion. In contrast, Emil Brunner's thesis is this: what modern man really is can be understood only from the standpoint of the Word of God. Conversely, the Word of God can be understood only when we know what modern man is. Brunner's purpose in this book is not to "prove" the Christian faith nor to develop a theological doctrine of the Word of God, but as a believer to engage in a conversation with others--who not only are unbelievers but who simply cannot understand how belief today can possibly hold up its head. Originally published in German, this is the first English translation. For students, it serves as an excellent introduction to Brunner's concept of man, which is treated more fully in his larger work, Man in Revolt. For any reader, its simplicity of style coupled with its depth of thought makes it a valuable tool in mankind's search for fellowship. -Publisher
The Word of God and Modern Man
Author: Emil Brunner
Publisher: London : Epworth Press
ISBN:
Category : Church
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Modern man finds the theme "The Word of God" quite impossible and totally irrelevant as a subject for discussion. In contrast, Emil Brunner's thesis is this: what modern man really is can be understood only from the standpoint of the Word of God. Conversely, the Word of God can be understood only when we know what modern man is. Brunner's purpose in this book is not to "prove" the Christian faith nor to develop a theological doctrine of the Word of God, but as a believer to engage in a conversation with others--who not only are unbelievers but who simply cannot understand how belief today can possibly hold up its head. Originally published in German, this is the first English translation. For students, it serves as an excellent introduction to Brunner's concept of man, which is treated more fully in his larger work, Man in Revolt. For any reader, its simplicity of style coupled with its depth of thought makes it a valuable tool in mankind's search for fellowship. -Publisher
Publisher: London : Epworth Press
ISBN:
Category : Church
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Modern man finds the theme "The Word of God" quite impossible and totally irrelevant as a subject for discussion. In contrast, Emil Brunner's thesis is this: what modern man really is can be understood only from the standpoint of the Word of God. Conversely, the Word of God can be understood only when we know what modern man is. Brunner's purpose in this book is not to "prove" the Christian faith nor to develop a theological doctrine of the Word of God, but as a believer to engage in a conversation with others--who not only are unbelievers but who simply cannot understand how belief today can possibly hold up its head. Originally published in German, this is the first English translation. For students, it serves as an excellent introduction to Brunner's concept of man, which is treated more fully in his larger work, Man in Revolt. For any reader, its simplicity of style coupled with its depth of thought makes it a valuable tool in mankind's search for fellowship. -Publisher
The Word of God and the Word of Man
Author: Karl Barth
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christianity
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christianity
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
The Word of God and the Languages of Man
Author: James Joseph Bono
Publisher: Univ of Wisconsin Press
ISBN: 9780299147945
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Argues that pre-modern societies placed authority in the text of sacred books, and that when Europeans underwent the scientific revolution in the 17th century, the underlying assumptions and approaches did not alter, only the nature and location of the text where authority was to be sought. Also argues that the change was not generated by factors external to science such as the advent of the printing press or social changes, but by a continual negotiation by scientists themselves for meaning in which the narratives of the Book and the Word vied for authority. Also available in paper (14794-0) at $22.95. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Publisher: Univ of Wisconsin Press
ISBN: 9780299147945
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Argues that pre-modern societies placed authority in the text of sacred books, and that when Europeans underwent the scientific revolution in the 17th century, the underlying assumptions and approaches did not alter, only the nature and location of the text where authority was to be sought. Also argues that the change was not generated by factors external to science such as the advent of the printing press or social changes, but by a continual negotiation by scientists themselves for meaning in which the narratives of the Book and the Word vied for authority. Also available in paper (14794-0) at $22.95. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Good News for Modern Man
The Faith and Modern Man
Author: Romano Guardini
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Apologetics
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Apologetics
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Prayer and Modern Man
Author: Jacques Ellul
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1610977971
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
The man of our time does not know how to pray, writes the French theologian Jacques Ellul, "but much more than that, he has neither the desire nor the need to do so. He does not find the deep source of prayer within himself. I am acquainted with this man. I know him well. It is I, myself." Out of this common experience, the prominent social critic and former resistance leader makes a searing analysis of man's alienation from God, and traces the reasons for praying or not praying. With razor-like statements, he cuts through the weaknesses of much traditional praying and, in the end, offers a strong and positive program for praying in today's troubled times.
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1610977971
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
The man of our time does not know how to pray, writes the French theologian Jacques Ellul, "but much more than that, he has neither the desire nor the need to do so. He does not find the deep source of prayer within himself. I am acquainted with this man. I know him well. It is I, myself." Out of this common experience, the prominent social critic and former resistance leader makes a searing analysis of man's alienation from God, and traces the reasons for praying or not praying. With razor-like statements, he cuts through the weaknesses of much traditional praying and, in the end, offers a strong and positive program for praying in today's troubled times.
The God Question and Modern Man
Author: Hans Urs von Balthasar
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christianity
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
"All readers interested in the current 'Death of God' discussion will find stimulating and provocative Hans Urs von Balthasar's early, brilliant examination of what has come to be called the God question. In this book Dr. Urs von Balthasar examines the world view of modern man, its origin in science, and its relation to man's previous world views. Characterizing the present outlook as anthropological and man-centered, the author then explores how the word of the transcendent God can be addressed to modern man. Acknowledging that for many today God is hidden, he finds that contemporary man may indeed be approached through Christ; and he concludes his study with a magnificent chapter, 'The Sacrament of the Brother,' setting forth this approach" -- Cover page 4.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christianity
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
"All readers interested in the current 'Death of God' discussion will find stimulating and provocative Hans Urs von Balthasar's early, brilliant examination of what has come to be called the God question. In this book Dr. Urs von Balthasar examines the world view of modern man, its origin in science, and its relation to man's previous world views. Characterizing the present outlook as anthropological and man-centered, the author then explores how the word of the transcendent God can be addressed to modern man. Acknowledging that for many today God is hidden, he finds that contemporary man may indeed be approached through Christ; and he concludes his study with a magnificent chapter, 'The Sacrament of the Brother,' setting forth this approach" -- Cover page 4.
The Modern Man's Religion
Author: Charles Reynolds Brown
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christianity
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christianity
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Modern Man in Search of a Soul
Author: C.G. Jung
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135549486
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
Modern Man in Search of a Soul is the perfect introduction to the theories and concepts of one of the most original and influential religious thinkers of the twentieth century. Lively and insightful, it covers all of his most significant themes, including man's need for a God and the mechanics of dream analysis. One of his most famous books, it perfectly captures the feelings of confusion that many sense today. Generation X might be a recent concept, but Jung spotted its forerunner over half a century ago. For anyone seeking meaning in today's world, Modern Man in Search of a Soul is a must.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135549486
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
Modern Man in Search of a Soul is the perfect introduction to the theories and concepts of one of the most original and influential religious thinkers of the twentieth century. Lively and insightful, it covers all of his most significant themes, including man's need for a God and the mechanics of dream analysis. One of his most famous books, it perfectly captures the feelings of confusion that many sense today. Generation X might be a recent concept, but Jung spotted its forerunner over half a century ago. For anyone seeking meaning in today's world, Modern Man in Search of a Soul is a must.
The Problem of God, Yesterday and Today
Author: John Courtney Murray
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300001716
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
In an urbane and persuasive tract for our time, the distinguished Catholic theologian combines a comprehensive metaphysics with a sensitivity to contemporary existentialist thought. Father Murray traces the “problem of God” from its origins in the Old Testament, through its development in the Christian Fathers and the definitive statement by Aquinas, to its denial by modern materialism. Students and nonspecialist intellectuals may both benefit by the book, which illuminates the problem of development of doctrine that is now, even more than in the days of Newman, a fundamental issue between Roman Catholic and Protestant, theologians and nonspecialst intellectuals alike will find the subject of vital interest. As a challenge to the ecumenical dialogue, the question is raised whether, in the course of its development through different phases, the problem of God has come back to its original position. Father Murray is Ordinary professor of theology at Woodstock College, Woodstock, Maryland. St. Thomas More Lectures, 1. "A gem of a book—lucid, illuminating, brilliantly written. A fine contribution to the current Catholic theological renaissance."—Paul Weiss.
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300001716
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
In an urbane and persuasive tract for our time, the distinguished Catholic theologian combines a comprehensive metaphysics with a sensitivity to contemporary existentialist thought. Father Murray traces the “problem of God” from its origins in the Old Testament, through its development in the Christian Fathers and the definitive statement by Aquinas, to its denial by modern materialism. Students and nonspecialist intellectuals may both benefit by the book, which illuminates the problem of development of doctrine that is now, even more than in the days of Newman, a fundamental issue between Roman Catholic and Protestant, theologians and nonspecialst intellectuals alike will find the subject of vital interest. As a challenge to the ecumenical dialogue, the question is raised whether, in the course of its development through different phases, the problem of God has come back to its original position. Father Murray is Ordinary professor of theology at Woodstock College, Woodstock, Maryland. St. Thomas More Lectures, 1. "A gem of a book—lucid, illuminating, brilliantly written. A fine contribution to the current Catholic theological renaissance."—Paul Weiss.