A Theology Of Nonsense

Author : Josephine Gabelman
Publisher : Lutterworth Press
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718847340

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A Theology of Nonsense by Josephine Gabelman Pdf

There is within all theological utterances something of the ridiculous, perhaps more so in Christianity, given its proclivity for the paradoxical and the childlike. Few theologians are willing to discuss how consent to the Christian doctrine often requires a faith that goes beyond reason. There seems to be a fear that the association of theology with the absurd will give fuel to the sceptic's refrain: 'You can't seriously believe in all that nonsense.' Josephine Gabelman considers the legitimacy of the sceptic's objection and explores the possibility that an idea can be contrary to rationality and also true and meaningful using the systematic analysis of central stylistic features of literary non sense such as Lewis Carroll's Alice stories. Gabelman sets up a nonsense theology by considering the practical and evangelical ramifications of associating Christian faith with nonsense literature and, conversely, the value of relating theological principles to the study of literary nonsense.Ultimately, Gabelman says, faith is always a risk and a strictly rational apologetic misrepresents the nature of Christian truth.

Author : Stephen Mulhall
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-12-03
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780191071614

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The Great Riddle by Stephen Mulhall Pdf

Can we talk meaningfully about God? The theological movement known as Grammatical Thomism affirms that religious language is nonsensical, because the reality of God is beyond our capacity for expression. Stephen Mulhall critically evaluates the claims of this movement (as exemplified in the work of Herbert McCabe and David Burrell) to be a legitimate inheritor of Wittgenstein's philosophical methods as well as Aquinas's theological project. The major obstacle to this claim is that Grammatical Thomism makes the nonsensicality of religious language when applied to God a touchstone of Thomist insight, whereas 'nonsense' is standardly taken to be solely a term of criticism in Wittgenstein's work. Mulhall argues that, if Wittgenstein is read in the terms provided by the work of Cora Diamond and Stanley Cavell, then a place can be found in both his early work and his later writings for a more positive role to be assigned to nonsensical utterances—one which depends on exploiting an analogy between religious language and riddles. And once this alignment between Wittgenstein and Aquinas is established, it also allows us to see various ways in which his later work has a perfectionist dimension—in that it overlaps with the concerns of moral perfectionism, and in that it attributes great philosophical significance to what theology and philosophy have traditionally called 'perfections' and 'transcendentals', particularly concepts such as Being, Truth, and Unity or Oneness. This results in a radical reconception of the role of analogous usage in language, and so in the relation between philosophy and theology.

Author : Sten H. Stenson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UOM:39015002600982

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Sense and Nonsense in Religion by Sten H. Stenson Pdf

Author : Jason Long
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Agnosticism
ISBN : 9780595341825

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Biblical Nonsense by Jason Long Pdf

The Bible is not the word of God. Biblical Nonsense is a broad look at the tremendous problem of associating divinity with the world's most popular book. This part-philosophical, part-scientific overview explores the Bible's divine treachery, scientific mistakes, historical errors, false prophecies, and comical absurdities. Biblical Nonsense also expands beyond these standard reasons for skepticism by tackling the rationale behind the emergence and perpetuation of Christianity, psychological and sociocultural reasons that drive Christians to cling to their beliefs, and illogical methods of argumentation invoked in the defense of the Bible. Author Dr. Jason Long is a former Christian who condenses the most significant biblical problems into this single volume. Unlike other books in the field that delve into only one topic, this manuscript, comprehensible even to those who have never opened a Bible, is a full-fledged attempt to demonstrate that God's supposed word is a product of human minds, not divine inspiration. Dr. Long's fresh experiences in the church and advanced levels of educational enlightenment make him the perfect individual to present this vehemently unpopular, yet undeniably appealing topic.

Author : Kirk R. MacGregor
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2020-07-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310113737

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Contemporary Theology: An Introduction, Revised Edition by Kirk R. MacGregor Pdf

Accessible and comprehensive, Contemporary Theology: An Introduction by professor and author Kirk R. MacGregor provides a chronological survey of the major thinkers and schools of thought in modern theology in a manner that is both approachable and intriguing. Unique among introductions to contemporary theology, MacGregor includes: Evangelical perspectives alongside mainline and liberal developments The influence of philosophy and the recent Christian philosophical renaissance on theology Global contributions Recent developments in exegetical theology The implications of theological shifts on ethics and church life Contemporary Theology: An Introduction is noteworthy for making complex thought understandable and for tracing the landscape of modern theology in a well-organized and easy-to-follow manner.

Author : Mikel Burley
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-23
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781350050235

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Wittgenstein, Religion and Ethics by Mikel Burley Pdf

Ludwig Wittgenstein was an outstanding 20th-century philosopher whose influence has reverberated throughout not only philosophy but also numerous other areas of inquiry, including theology and the study of religions. Exemplifying how Wittgenstein's thought can be engaged with both sympathetically and critically, Wittgenstein, Religion and Ethics pushes forward our thinking about religion and ethics and their place in the modern world. Bringing Wittgenstein's ideas into productive dialogue with several other important thinkers, including Elizabeth Anscombe, St Thomas Aquinas, Georg Cantor, Søren Kierkegaard and George Orwell, this collection fosters a highly informative picture of how different strands of contemporary and historical thought intersect and bear upon one another. Chapters are written by leading scholars in the field and tackle current debates concerning religious and ethical matters, with particular attention to the nature of religious language. This is a substantial contribution to religion and ethics, demonstrating the significance of Wittgenstein's ideas for these and related subjects.

Author : Nick Page
Publisher : Authentic Media Inc
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2004-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781850789833

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And Now Let's Move Into a Time of Nonsense by Nick Page Pdf

Have you ever felt frustrated with the words of the worship songs that we sing? Why are they so forgettable? Why are they filled with such weird language? Where have all the writers gone? Combining humour with strong argument, Nick Page analyses how worship song writers have bought into a disposable, 'pop-song' model; how they have filled their songs with a kind of semi-Biblical code and how songs suffer from poor technique and a lack of specialist lyric writers. Above all it encourages writers to really think about the words of their songs and whether they really communicate truth about God - truth which should lead to worship. Passionate, controversial and laugh-out-loud funny, this is essential reading for Christians today.

Author : Francis Ellingwood Abbot
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1872
Category : Religion
ISBN : UOM:39015012321652

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The Index by Francis Ellingwood Abbot Pdf

Author : Kenneth D. Boa,Robert M. Bowman Jr.
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2009-05-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310298281

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Sense and Nonsense about Heaven and Hell by Kenneth D. Boa,Robert M. Bowman Jr. Pdf

Thinking Clearly and Biblically about Eternity, Afterlife, and Death Did you know that the original biblical languages use several words for heaven and hell that mean different things? Did you know that there are different beliefs about how many heavens and hells there are? To make matters still more confusing, other religions and philosophies have contributed their own ideas to the mix until it's hard to separate sound biblical teaching from speculation, falsehood, and folklore. Sense and Nonsense about Heaven and Hell by Kenneth Boa—author of spiritual formation bestseller Conformed to His Image—helps you cut through the clutter to see what the Bible really reveals about heaven and hell, salvation, and judgment. In this book, you'll learn: Why Jesus is the only means of understanding heaven or hell. Different biblical words for heaven and hell and what they likely meant to the authors who wrote them. A biblical understanding of whether "the fires of hell" are literal or figurative. What we can and can't know about heaven from what's been revealed in Scripture. A better understanding of God's judgment: who will go where, and why. Get ready for some surprises! This book will help you set aside your preconceptions and pierce through the myths and misinformation to gain an accurate, truly biblical perspective on heaven and hell.

Author : Jaroslav Pelikan
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781625646453

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The Melody of Theology by Jaroslav Pelikan Pdf

Endorsements: ""This is the ultimate bedside book. Replete with sinuous, compact discussions of first and last things--sin, faith, grace, and John Henry Newman--it reflects Jaroslav Pelikan's lifelong commitment to what he calls 'the great new fact of Christianity' . . . This book works like a tuning fork for the mind. With it, the harmony of Pelikan's thought and life has itself become part of the great Christian tradition."" --Christian Science Monitor ""This is a rewarding and exciting book from beginning to end. It shows the reflection of a master of his work, where the work continually reveals the author's enjoyment, both exemplifying and satisfying Horatio's utile dulci. Packed with knowledge and insight, it informs, stimulates, and delights. It also corrects, or at least reproves, some vulgar errors . . . A valuable book."" --Roland M. Frye ""I found Pelikan's thinking fascinating, elegant, informative, scholarly, and deeply personal and attractive . . . There is always some insight to gain. [Pelikan's book] provides a course in nearly the whole of Christian faith and history--in terms of just one person's journey."" --Robert B. Coote, Pacific Theological Review ""Jaroslav Pelikan ranged so widely in his exploration of historic Christian traditions, and his work probed so deeply, that it is a real boon to see Wipf and Stock bringing some of his books back into print. They were excellent reading when they first appeared; they remain excellent reading today."" --Mark A. Noll, McAnaney Professor of History, University of Notre Dame

Author : Stephen Mulhall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:945691023

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The Great Riddle by Stephen Mulhall Pdf

Author : Josephine Gabelman,St. Mary's College (Scotland)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Faith and reason
ISBN : OCLC:857996728

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Theology Through the Looking-glass by Josephine Gabelman,St. Mary's College (Scotland) Pdf

Author : Symon Hill
Publisher : Between the Lines
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781771130622

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No-Nonsense Guide to Religion by Symon Hill Pdf

"Religion" is a term that the media often use without any clarification. But it is a loaded word that encompasses hundreds of different beliefs. Religion can be seen as a source of war and peace, love and hate, dialogue and narrow-mindedness. The globalization of communications has raised awareness of religious conversion, with more people than ever before belonging to a different religious community than their parents. The No-Nonsense Guide to Religion considers how religion has shaped our culture, and how our culture is shaping religion today.

Author : Malcolm Rothwell
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781467892377

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Sense and Nonsense by Malcolm Rothwell Pdf

Do you think Christianity is sense or nonsense? Do you have lots of questions you want to ask about the relevance of Christianity in this culture that we live in?How has science affected faith? What are the difficulties associated with prayer? What is spirituality? Am I as free as I think I am? What will happen to the church?Is the bible true? What has happened to community life? These are some of the questions this book tries to answer.It is written for people in the church who are struggling with their faith and hanging on by their finger nails. It is also written for those who find the church irrelevant because it is hanging on to outmoded ways of thinking. The book takes the form of a conversation between the author and a clown called Zeno, the author's alter ego. The author is not allowed to lapse into jargon or long words. If so, he is challenged by Zeno to explain himself.The book is a light hearted, honest attempt to examine issues affecting all who are trying to live a Christian or spiritual life. Funny and yet profound. Learn and laugh at the same time. Much of the material is drawn from the author's experience as a Methodist Minister.Some may find this book too radical and discomforting, others liberating, but for all it will bring a smile. There is something moving and deeply spiritual about a good laugh. It is like internal jogging.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1856
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:555008829

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The Rambler, a Catholic journal of home and foreign literature [&c.]. Vol.5-new [3rd] [Vol.11 of the new [2nd] ser. is imperf. Continued as The Home and foreign review]. by Anonim Pdf