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Published by Peter Lang AG, Internationaler Verlag der Wissenschaften, 1999
ISBN 10: 390676429XISBN 13: 9783906764290
Seller: SKULIMA Wiss. Versandbuchhandlung, Westhofen, Germany
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This book surveys the major theological writings of Hans Urs von Balthasar from the perspective of the relationship between finite and infinite freedom. The first part examines Balthasar's early treatment of the question in the context of the analogy of being. The second part concentrates on his more mature work, the Theological Dramatics, with its understanding of the relationship between finite and infinite freedom in terms of a 'dramatic encounter' in which, controversially, human freedom is thought to actively participate in an ever-greater exchange of love in God. But this book is more than a survey. Observing the persistence of the 'analogy of proportionality' within the Dramatics leads the author in the third part to a critique of Balthasar's thought. It is argued that the continuation of the earlier perspective explains Balthasar's emphasis on the freedom of the individual to the neglect of social structures and their transformation. While the 'historical' as such is not neglected, as some claim it is, the focus is on the history of the individual and his or her relationship with God. It is therefore contended that Balthasar's theology of the Trinity is more concerned with 'interpersonal' relationships than truly 'social' ones and that this is what inhibits a fruitful dialogue with social theologies. 316 Seiten, broschiert (Studien zur interkulturellen Geschichte des Christentums/Studies in the Intercultural History of Christianity; Vol. 105/Peter Lang Verlag 2000) Mängelexemplar/near mint. Statt EUR 84,95 423 g. Sprache: en.
Published by Peter Lang, 1999
ISBN 10: 390676429XISBN 13: 9783906764290
Seller: Librairie La Canopee. Inc., Saint-Armand, QC, Canada
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Condition: AS NEW. État de NEUF / AS NEW condition 390676429X 9783906764290 1 BP16.