Friedrich Schleiermacher (1768-1834) is often considered the Father of
Modern Theology, known for his attempt to reconcile traditional
Christian doctrines with philosophical criticisms and scientific
discoveries. Despite the influence of his work on significant figures
like Karl Barth, he has been largely ignored by contemporary
theologians. Focussing on Schleiermacher’s doctrine of sin, this
book demonstrates how Schleiermacher has not only been misinterpreted,
but also underestimated, and deserves a critical re-examination. The
book approaches Schleiermacher on sin with respect to three themes:
one, its power to transcend an intractable metaethical dilemma at the
heart of modern debates over sin; two, its intended compatibility with
natural science; and three, to re-evaluating its place, and so
Schleiermacher’s place, in the history of theology. It solves and
dissolves problems arising simultaneously from natural science,
confessional theology, ethics, and metaphysics in a single, integrated
account using Schleiermacher’s understudied thought from his
dogmatics The Christian Faith. In contrast to the account sometimes
given of modern theology as marked by a break with "Greek
metaphysics," Schleiermacher’s account is shown to stand in stark
contrast by retrieving, not excising, ancient thought in service of an
account of sin adequate to natural science. This is a vital
rediscovery of a foundational voice in theology. As such, it will
greatly appeal to scholars of Modern Theology, theological ethics, and
the history of Modern Christianity.
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Agency, Value, and Modern Theology
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ISBN
9780429581571
Publisert
2020
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Routledge
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Engelsk
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Digital bok
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