Gods Human Future: The Struggle to Define Theology Today

by David Galston

Overview

The "death of God" movement famously declared that belief in the God of Christian tradition is meaningless in the modern world. Does this herald the death of theology, too? No, suggests Galston. At its best, theology is the place where tradition pushes itself to the limits of its own thought. Problems arise when theology holds onto an old version of God, emphasizing a closed approach to religion. How can communities foster a more open-minded and flexible approach to theology? How can theologians respond to the pressing concerns of modern culture sensitively and intelligently without clinging to outdated metaphors for God? Marking key features and turning points in Western theology, Galston combines expertise in the philosophy of religion with practical experience as a facilitator in a wisdom-based community, to guide readers through questions surrounding the future of religion.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940158333897
Publisher:	Polebridge Press
Publication date:	05/27/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	802 KB

About the Author

David Galston is a University Chaplain and Adjunct Professor of Philosophy at Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario, Academic Director at Westar Institute, a regular speaker at the Quest Learning Centre, and academic adviser to the SnowStar Institute in Canada. He is the author of Embracing the Human Jesus (2012) and Archives and the Event of God (2010).