The Philosopher and the Gospels: Jesus Through the Lens of Philosophy

The Philosopher and the Gospels: Jesus Through the Lens of Philosophy

by KeithWard (Author)

Synopsis

The teachings of Jesus Christ, as presented in the Bible, are familiar to millions, but do we really understand them? Keith Ward argues that, by scrutinising the Gospels through the lens of contemporary philosophy, we can discover a profound teaching that is not always apparent in traditional church teaching. Ward's analysis of what Jesus really said uncovers four central themes: - that the Gospel is for everyone (but not necessarily everyone will be saved); - that the Second Coming will lead to a future in the spiritual realm, not a physical world; - that Jesus presents a moral ideal for life rather than a literal set of rules; - that God is expressed initially through the incarnation of Jesus, but ultimately through the whole of creation.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Publisher: Lion Hudson Plc
Published: 21 Oct 2011

ISBN 10: 0745955622
ISBN 13: 9780745955629
Book Overview: The teachings of Jesus examined by one of the leading philosophers of our day

Media Reviews
The overwhelming message is a joyful and liberating one and, if it does nothing else, it makes the reader look at the all too familiar with fresh eyes. -- Nicholas Lowton * The NEWspaper Spring 2012 *
In the Gospels there is a breadth of thinking and use of language which is symbolic rather than literal (as many have come to believe). There is much here to ponder in one's heart. -- Winifred Smart * The Lance *
Author Bio
Derek Wilson is a leading historian, broadcaster, speaker and novelist. He read history at Cambridge.