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Levinas and Theology
Rev´d Nigel Zimmermann
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Description for Levinas and Theology
Paperback. Series: Philosophy and Theology. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: HRAB; HRLB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 141 x 12. Weight in Grams: 302.
The thought of Emmanuel Levinas is of increasing importance for those working in the diverse fields of phenomenology and continental philosophy, French studies, Jewish studies, ethics, politics and religious studies. In this book, Nigel Zimmermann gives proper attention to the 'incarnate' aspect of the ‘other’ in Levinas’ work, providing a theological reading that explores the basic strands of Levinas’ thinking regarding the concrete nature of human living. Human communities, in which politics inevitably plays a crucial role, may learn much from the theological shape of Levinas’ philosophy. In all his writings, Levinas cannot be understood apart from his roles as ... Read more
The thought of Emmanuel Levinas is of increasing importance for those working in the diverse fields of phenomenology and continental philosophy, French studies, Jewish studies, ethics, politics and religious studies. In this book, Nigel Zimmermann gives proper attention to the 'incarnate' aspect of the ‘other’ in Levinas’ work, providing a theological reading that explores the basic strands of Levinas’ thinking regarding the concrete nature of human living. Human communities, in which politics inevitably plays a crucial role, may learn much from the theological shape of Levinas’ philosophy. In all his writings, Levinas cannot be understood apart from his roles as ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Series
Philosophy and Theology
Condition
New
Number of Pages
216
Place of Publication
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780567248671
SKU
V9780567248671
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About Rev´d Nigel Zimmermann
Nigel Zimmermann lectures in theology at the University of Notre Dame Australia. He completed his PhD at the University of Edinburgh and has been a Wingate Scholar since 2011. His previous work has appeared in The Heythrop Journal and The Tablet.
Reviews for Levinas and Theology
Zimmerman’s book belongs in every library that is serious about keeping its theology and philosophy collection up to date.
Sarah Hart, MCD University of Divinity, Australia
Colloquium
This study adds significantly to the Philosophy and Theology series. Zimmerman sets Levinas in his historical and contemporary context, critically evaluates his thought and draws out relevant theological themes.
... Read more
Sarah Hart, MCD University of Divinity, Australia
Colloquium
This study adds significantly to the Philosophy and Theology series. Zimmerman sets Levinas in his historical and contemporary context, critically evaluates his thought and draws out relevant theological themes.
... Read more