Being and earth : Paul Tillich's theology of nature / Michael F. Drummy.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Drummy, Michael F.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tillich, Paul, 1886-1965.

Tillich, Paul.

Nature--Religious aspects--Christianity.

Nature.

Doctrine of nature.

Physical Description:

xiv, 185 pages ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

Lanham, Md. : University Press of America, [2000]

Summary:

Unlike traditional Protestant theology that viewed the natural world in ambiguous and, at times, hostile ways, Paul Tillich's theology developed a complex relationship between God, man, and nature. Being and Earth recommends the application of Tillich's theology, which envisions a harmonious relationship with nature, as an "environmental ethic."Being and Earth recommends the application of Tillich's theology, which envisions a harmonious relationship with nature, as an "environmental ethic."

Contents:

Chapter 1 The Protestant Problematic 13

Chapter 2 Nature and Method in Tillich's Life and Work 59

Chapter 3 Paul Tillich's Theology of Nature 71

Chapter 4 An Analysis and Evaluation of Tillich's Theology of Nature 107

Chapter 5 Being and Nature: The Divine Symphony of Love 129.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [151]-176) and index.

ISBN:

0761817913

OCLC:

44468769