Karl Rahner: Theology and Philosophy by Karen Kilby (English) Paperback Book

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This bold and original book explores the relationship between Rahner's philosophy and his theology, which reveal it as much more progressive and open-ended than previously considered.

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Karl Rahner is one of the great theologians of the twentieth century, known for his systematic, foundationalist approach. This bold and original book explores the relationship between his theology and his philosophy, and argues for the possibility of a nonfoundationalist reading of Rahner. Karen Kilby calls into question both the admiration of Rahner's disciples for the overarching unity of his though, and the too easy dismissals of critics who object to his 'flawed philosophical staring point' or to his supposedly modern and liberal appeal to experience. Through a lucid and critical exposition of key texts including Spirit in the World and Hearer of the Word, and of themes such as the Vorgriff auf esse, the supernatural existential and the anonymous Christian, Karen Kilby reaffirms Rahner's significance for modern theology and offers a clear exposition of his thought.

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Karl Rahner is one of the great theologians of the twentieth century, known for his systematic, foundationalist approach. This bold and original book explores the relationship between his theology and his philosophy, and argues for the possibility of a nonfoundationalist reading of Rahner. Karen Kilby calls into question both the admiration of Rahner's disciples for the overarching unity of his though, and the too easy dismissals of critics who object to his 'flawed philosophical staring point' or to his supposedly modern and liberal appeal to experience. Through a lucid and critical exposition of key texts including Spirit in the World and Hearer of the Word , and of themes such as the Vorgriff auf esse , the supernatural existential and the anonymous Christian, Karen Kilby reaffirms Rahner's significance for modern theology and offers a clear exposition of his thought.

Author Biography

Karen Kilby lectures in Systematic Theology at Nottingham University.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Spirit in the World 3. 'Transcendental' 4. Hearer of the Word and the Supernatural Existential 5. The Relation of Philosophy to Theology: A Nonfoundationalist Reading 6. Defending a Nonfoundationalist Rahner 7. The Theory of the Anonymous Christian

Review

'This book is a must for Rahner enthusiasts, and they could spend a great deal of time arguing about it.' - Church Times'... a carefully reasoned and compelling study, with a lucidity which is all the more impressive given the complexity of the subject matter. Especially welcome is the concise but very helpful final chapter, in which she applies her general arguments to the particular theory of 'anonymous Christians' ...' - Theology'This is a book that adds to Karl Rahner scholarship in an impressive manner ... [Kilby's] argument covers fresh ground and is a thorough and rigorous examination of key issues in remarkably lucid prose. Kilby is sure footed in both the disciplines explored, theology and philosophy.' - Reviews in Religion and Theology'The remarkable thing about this book is that Kilby not only succeeds in bringing fresh perspective to an already well-tilled field, but manages to do so whilst writing throughout in a clear and comprehensible manner- a quality all too rare in Rahner studies.' - Paul D. Murray, University of Durham, UK

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Karl Rahner is one of the great theologians of the twentieth century, known for his systematic, foundationalist approach. This bold and original book explores the relationship between his theology and his philosophy, and argues for the possibility of a nonfoundationalist reading of Rahner. Karen Kilby calls into question both the admiration of Rahner's disciples for the overarching unity of his though, and the too easy dismissals of critics who object to his "flawed philosophical starting point" or to his supposedly modern and liberal appeal to experience. Through a lucid and critical exposition of key texts including "Spirit in the World "and "Hearer of the Word," and of themes such as the "Vorgriff auf esse," the supernatural existential and the anonymous Christian, Karen Kilby reaffirms Rahner's significance for modern theology and offers a clear exposition of his thought.

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'The remarkable thing about this book is that Kilby not only succeeds in bringing fresh perspective to an already well-tilled field, but manages to do so whilst writing throughout in a clear and comprehensible manner- a quality all too rare in Rahner studies.' - Paul D. Murray, University of Durham, UK

Details ISBN0415259657 Author Karen Kilby Short Title KARL RAHNER Language English ISBN-10 0415259657 ISBN-13 9780415259651 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2004 Imprint Routledge Subtitle Theology and Philosophy Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9780415259651 UK Release Date 2004-01-29 AU Release Date 2004-01-29 NZ Release Date 2004-01-29 Pages 176 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Publication Date 2004-01-29 Alternative 9780415259644 DEWEY 230.2092 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this

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