Now available in paperback, this book brilliantly portrays what it was like to be facing death day after day with neither a bed to sleep in or a hot meal to look forward to.This is warfare in the raw - brutal yet humorous, immensely tragic but, sadly, all true. A diary which was brought to a wider audience when the hardback was published in 1999.Having sold out in a few months it is now being published in paperback for the first time.
At the end of the twentieth century we began to understand that the earth is vulnerable, that it is like a tiny garden in space, under threat on all sides. Jesus and the Cosmos is an attempt to think theologically about the ecological crisis we face in the light of the great Christian tradition. Our theological tradition has been shaped within the worldview of a static universe. By contrast, we are told today that the universe began with a cosmic explosion called the Big Bang, that we live in an expanding universe with galaxies rushing away from us at an enormous rate, that we human beings are part of an evolutionary movement on the earth, and that we are intimately linked with the health of delicately balanced life-systems on our planet. Not only has modern science given this age a new cosmology, but contemporary historical studies have provided us with a new approach to the historical Jesus. Critical biblical study has allowed us to know far more about the Jesus who brought joy and liberation into people's lives. In Jesus and the Cosmos, Denis Edwards tells the story of the cosmos, the story of Jesus of Nazareth, and shows their connections. Ultimately, he will assert "Jesus of Nazareth, risen from the dead, IS the dynamic power at the heart of the cosmic process."
Exploring the intersection of ecology and theology, this work by Denis Edwards delves into the insights of influential thinkers like Karl Rahner, T.F. Torrance, and Athanasius. It examines how their theological frameworks can inform contemporary ecological concerns, emphasizing the spiritual and ethical dimensions of environmental stewardship. The book invites readers to consider the sacredness of creation and the role of faith in addressing ecological crises.
Exploring the evolution of Christian thought over two millennia, this series addresses how believers articulate their faith and comprehend God's role in the world. It aims to help readers navigate the rich tapestry of historical perspectives, fostering an understanding of both unity and diversity in Christian beliefs. The concise volumes are designed to bridge knowledge gaps, guiding readers through the stimulating narrative of Christian intellectual history.
Exploring the intersection of ecology and spirituality, this book delves into the current environmental crisis while emphasizing the dynamic and evolutionary nature of the natural world. It invites readers to contemplate the relationship between creation and the divine, encouraging a deeper understanding of how faith can inform our response to ecological challenges. Through thoughtful reflection, it seeks to inspire a sense of stewardship and connection to the environment as a sacred trust.
Czy w świecie, w którym rządzą darwinowskie prawa przypadku i konieczności jest miejsce na Bożą mądrość i miłość? Dlaczego miłosierny Bóg rządzi przyrodą za pomocą bezdusznych praw doboru naturalnego? Co akceptacja teorii ewolucji – której wymaga od nas intelektualna uczciwość – powinna zmienić w teologii? Jak w świetle ewolucji rozumieć grzech pierworodny i zbawczą misję Chrystusa?nKsiążka nie jest jedynie kolejną z wielu prób zderzenia biblijnej historii o stworzeniu świata z naturalną historią życia na Ziemi, której odczytywanie zapoczątkował Karol Darwin. Denis Edwards idzie krok dalej: zastanawia się, jak ewolucyjny światopogląd, który narzuca nam współczesna nauka, wpływa na nasze myślenie o Trójcy Świętej, dziele stworzenia, odkupienia i uświęcenia.nDenis Edwards - ksiądz katolicki i profesor teologii, pracuje w Institute for Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry na Australian Catholic University, gdzie wykłada teologię trynitarną, chrystologię, eklezjologię oraz teologię wiary i objawienia. Od wielu lat jest zaangażowany w rozwój teologii ekologicznej oraz w dialog nauki i religii.