Author Description
Since The Early 1980s, There Has Been Renewed Scholarly Interest In The Concept Of Christian Humanism. A Number Of Official Catholic Documents Have Stressed The Importance Of 'christian Humanism', As A Vehicle Of Christian Social Teaching And, Indeed, As A Christian Philosophy Of Culture. Fundamentally, Humanism Aims To Explore What It Means To Be Human And What The Grounds Are For Human Flourishing. Featuring Contributions From Internationally Renowned Christian Authors From A Variety Of Disciplines In The Humanities, Re-envisioning Christian Humanism Recovers A Christian Humanist Ethos For Our Time. The Volume Offers A Chronological Overview (from Patristic Humanism To The Reformation And Beyond) And Individual Examples (jewell, Calvin) Of Past Christian Humanisms. The Chapters Are Connected Through The Theme Of Christian Paideia As The Foundation For Liberal Arts Education.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates the historical development and contemporary relevance of Christian humanism as a framework for understanding human flourishing and cultural engagement. Jens Zimmermann, a scholar specializing in hermeneutics and Christian thought, curates a collection of essays from diverse humanities disciplines to argue that Christian humanism provides a viable intellectual foundation for modern society. The text posits that the concept of Christian paideia serves as an essential bridge between theological tradition and the contemporary liberal arts curriculum.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A chronological survey of Christian humanism from the Patristic era through the Reformation.
- Case studies on specific historical figures such as Jewell and Calvin.
- An exploration of the intersection between Christian social teaching and philosophical anthropology.
- Theoretical arguments for the role of Christian humanism in modern education.
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide a comprehensive history of secular humanism.
- It does not offer a practical pedagogical manual for classroom implementation.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and theologians frequently cite this volume as a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue regarding the compatibility of faith and humanistic inquiry. Readers often note the academic density of the prose, which is primarily intended for an audience familiar with historical theology and philosophical discourse.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2016-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0191084441
ISBN-13:
9780191084447
Philosophy
Religion
Theology
Christianity
Humanism
Education