Theology and the Dialectics of History

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Church, Church History, Theology, Philosophy
Cover of the book Theology and the Dialectics of History by Robert Doran, S.J., University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Robert Doran, S.J. ISBN: 9781442651340
Publisher: University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division Publication: June 1, 1990
Imprint: Language: English
Author: Robert Doran, S.J.
ISBN: 9781442651340
Publisher: University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division
Publication: June 1, 1990
Imprint:
Language: English

In this challenging work Robert M. Doran explores the basis of systematic theology in consciousness, and goes on to consider the practical role of such theology in establishing and fostering communities with an authentic way of life. This way of life would counteract the distortions and deformations of humanity that are exemplified by both late capitalism and Marxism.

Theology positions and interpretations today, argues Doran, must be stated in the categories of a theory of history. The first part of the book outlines the horizon required for such categories. The second,, third, and fourth parts incrementally derive the categories expressing a theory of history in terms of the reciprocal relations among subjects, cultures, and social structures. The final part, on hermeneutics, oresents an argument for the pertinence of what has preceded for interpreting the words and deeds of others.

Doran draws extensively on the thought of Bernard Lonergan, and the work develops Lonergan's methodological insights. It issues a call to persona; genuineness and authenticity, informed by religious, moral, intellectual, affective, and psychic 'conversions,' by 'interior' differentiation of one's consciousness, and by Christian faith, on the parts of theologians who aspire to arrest effectively the course of cultural decline.

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

In this challenging work Robert M. Doran explores the basis of systematic theology in consciousness, and goes on to consider the practical role of such theology in establishing and fostering communities with an authentic way of life. This way of life would counteract the distortions and deformations of humanity that are exemplified by both late capitalism and Marxism.

Theology positions and interpretations today, argues Doran, must be stated in the categories of a theory of history. The first part of the book outlines the horizon required for such categories. The second,, third, and fourth parts incrementally derive the categories expressing a theory of history in terms of the reciprocal relations among subjects, cultures, and social structures. The final part, on hermeneutics, oresents an argument for the pertinence of what has preceded for interpreting the words and deeds of others.

Doran draws extensively on the thought of Bernard Lonergan, and the work develops Lonergan's methodological insights. It issues a call to persona; genuineness and authenticity, informed by religious, moral, intellectual, affective, and psychic 'conversions,' by 'interior' differentiation of one's consciousness, and by Christian faith, on the parts of theologians who aspire to arrest effectively the course of cultural decline.

More books from University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division

Cover of the book Military Workfare by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Preaching Apocrypha in Anglo-Saxon England by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Raising the Workers' Flag by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Metropolitan Tragedy by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Madness and the Mad in Russian Culture by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Leadership in the Eye of the Storm by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Horses in Society by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Rural Women's Health by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book The Christ Child in Medieval Culture by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book The Missing Child in Liberal Theory by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Journals and Debating Speeches by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book The Legacies of Fear by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Fighting for Credibility by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book Creating Positive Systems of Child and Family Welfare by Robert Doran, S.J.
Cover of the book The Canadian Constitution in Transition by Robert Doran, S.J.
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