Bloch, Ernst
Atheism in Christianity
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844673940
- author:
- Bloch, Ernst
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Verso
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 140mm X 208mm
- Genre:
- Alternative Belief Systems
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Atheism in Christianity: The Religion of the Exodus and the Kingdom by Ernst Bloch explores the origins of Christianity to uncover its social roots. Bloch examines the Bible, focusing on the biblical promise of utopia and the scriptures' antagonism to authority, to reveal how Christianity's appeal lies with those who have been oppressed. Through a nuanced analysis, Bloch identifies tensions within the Bible that promote atheism as a counter to authoritarian metaphysical theism. He argues that a good Christian must necessarily be a good atheist, finding a heretical core at the heart of the scriptures. This new edition includes an introduction by Peter Thompson, Director of the Centre for Ernst Bloch Studies at the University of Sheffield.
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