Desire, gift, and recognition: christology and postmodern philosophy

"A major work in the philosophy of religion, this book interprets the Jesus story in terms of postmodern philosophy, particularly using Jacques Derrida's categories of "desire," "gift," and "recognition." Author Jan-Olav Henriksen also attempts to reformulate...

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Main Author: Henriksen, Jan-Olav 1961- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Grand Rapids, Mich. William B. Eerdmans 2009
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Online Access:Inhaltsverzeichnis
Summary:"A major work in the philosophy of religion, this book interprets the Jesus story in terms of postmodern philosophy, particularly using Jacques Derrida's categories of "desire," "gift," and "recognition." Author Jan-Olav Henriksen also attempts to reformulate Christology without resorting to such metaphysical concepts as substance, transcendence, etc. While not denying traditional doctrines, Henriksen explicates the meaning of Jesus' life and death in ways that engage contemporary philosophy and challenge contemporary (academic) Christians to rethink the basics of their faith; and he outlines the possibility of a "post-metaphysical Christology."" "Henriksen's book is a clearly reasoned guide not only to the argument that Christology still has something to say to contemporary believers but also to ways in which theologians must learn to reconnect to everyday human experience."--BOOK JACKET.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references
Physical Description:XII, 379 S.
ISBN:9780802863713

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