Christian Flesh

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Theology
Cover of the book Christian Flesh by Paul J. Griffiths, Stanford University Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Paul J. Griffiths ISBN: 9781503606753
Publisher: Stanford University Press Publication: September 25, 2018
Imprint: Stanford University Press Language: English
Author: Paul J. Griffiths
ISBN: 9781503606753
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Publication: September 25, 2018
Imprint: Stanford University Press
Language: English

A sustained and systematic theological reflection on the idea that being a Christian is, first and last, a matter of the flesh, Christian Flesh shows us what being a Christian means for fleshly existence. Depicting and analyzing what the Christian tradition has to say about the flesh of Christians in relation to that of Christ, the book shows that some kinds of fleshly activity conform well to being a Christian, while others are in tension with it. But to lead a Christian life is to be unconstrained by ordinary ethical norms. Arguing that no particular case of fleshly activity is forbidden, Paul J. Griffiths illustrates his message through extended case studies of what it is for Christians to eat, to clothe themselves, and to engage in physical intimacy.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

A sustained and systematic theological reflection on the idea that being a Christian is, first and last, a matter of the flesh, Christian Flesh shows us what being a Christian means for fleshly existence. Depicting and analyzing what the Christian tradition has to say about the flesh of Christians in relation to that of Christ, the book shows that some kinds of fleshly activity conform well to being a Christian, while others are in tension with it. But to lead a Christian life is to be unconstrained by ordinary ethical norms. Arguing that no particular case of fleshly activity is forbidden, Paul J. Griffiths illustrates his message through extended case studies of what it is for Christians to eat, to clothe themselves, and to engage in physical intimacy.

More books from Stanford University Press

Cover of the book Aurangzeb by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Ronald Dworkin by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Cultures@SiliconValley by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Urban Indians in a Silver City by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Writing Mexican History by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book British Lions and Mexican Eagles by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book The Ridiculous Jew by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Italy’s Eighteenth Century by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Before the Shining Path by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book The Eureka Myth by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Dangerous Leaders by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Pledges of Jewish Allegiance by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Politics Beyond the Capital by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Hard Target by Paul J. Griffiths
Cover of the book Beyond the Champion by Paul J. Griffiths
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy