This book inquires as to whether theological dialogue between
Christians and Jews is possible, not only in itself but also as
regards the emergence of communities of Messianic Judaism. In light of
David Novak's insights, Matthew Levering proposes that Christian
theological responses to supersessionism need to preserve both the
Church's development of doctrine and Rabbinic Judaism's ability to
define its own boundaries. The book undertakes constructive
philosophical theology in dialogue with Novak. Exploring the
interrelated doctrines of divine providence/theonomy, the image of
God, and natural law, Levering places Novak's work in conversation
especially with Thomas Aquinas, whose approach fosters a rich dialogue
with Novak's broadly Maimonidean perspective. It focuses upon the
relationship of human beings to the Creator, with attention to the
philosophical entailments of Jewish and Christian covenantal
commitments, aiming to spell out what true freedom involves.
It concludes by asking whether Christians and Jews would do better
to bracket our covenantal commitments in pursuing such wisdom. Drawing
upon Novak's work, the author argues that in the face of suffering
and death, God's covenantal election makes possible hope, lacking
which the quest for wisdom runs aground.
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ISBN
9781441139511
Publisert
2015
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Vendor
Continuum
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Product language
Engelsk
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Product format
Digital bok
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