Karl Rahner: Theology and Philosophy [Paperback]

Karen Kilby (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0415259657 | ISBN-13: 978-0415259651 | Publication Date: March 28, 2004 | Edition: 1

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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'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

About the Author

Karen Kilby lectures in Systematic Theology at Nottingham University.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 1 edition (March 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0415259657
• ISBN-13: 978-0415259651
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,539,891 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Compassionate and Practical Scholarship, November 19, 2011

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This review is from: Karl Rahner: Theology and Philosophy (Paperback)

This was an excellent summary and analysis of Karl Rahner, and his creative thinking that helped reinterpret the Roman Catholic Church in the modern and contemporary context.

I had had the pleasure of reading Rahner on occasions over the years, and found him thoughtful, refreshing and creative in trying to clarify the ideas and frames of reference behind the forms of faith and devotion. He was particularly helpful with his compassionate attitude toward followers of other world religions, in reference to the exclusivist claims of Christiainity.

One aspect Kilby really brings out well here is how integrated Rahner's personal and academic thought was. Rahner was an active preacher, teacher, speaker, writer and devotional leader.

He wrote meditations and prayers and lived and worked in an active and practical worship context, integrating his thoughtful rational and historical analysis with an application to everyday life and personal worship.