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Animals in Tillich's Philosophical Theology
Abbey-Anne Smith
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Hardback. Series: The Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Series. Num Pages: 252 pages, 3 colour illustrations, 3 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; HPJ; HPQ; HRAB; HRCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148. .
This book explores how Paul Tillich’s systematic theology, focusing on the concepts of being and reason can benefit nonhuman animals, while also analysing how taking proper account of nonhuman animals can prove immensely beneficial. The author first explains the body of Tillich’s system, examining reason and revelation, life and the spirit, and history and the kingdom of God. The second section undertakes a critical analysis of Tillichian concepts and their adequacy in relation to nonhuman animals, addressing topics such as Tillich’s concept of ‘technical reason’ and the multidimensional unity of life. The author concludes by discussing the positive concepts in ... Read more
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Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
Series
The Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Series
Number of Pages
257
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
ISBN
9783319408552
SKU
V9783319408552
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Ref
99-15
About Abbey-Anne Smith
Abbey-Anne Smith registered as a qualified veterinary nurse in 1994 and a veterinary anaesthetist in 2004. She gained a doctorate degree in Philosophical Theology, 2014. Her research interests include theology, philosophy and the behaviour and fostering of animals.
Reviews for Animals in Tillich's Philosophical Theology
“The book offers a comprehensive look at Tillich’s theology and how his theological concepts benefit nonhuman animals. … This book will most appeal to Tillich scholars and those working in theological ethics. … Recommended. Graduate students, researchers and faculty.” (J. L. Best, Choice, Vol. 55 (11), July,2018)