Kierkegaard, Soren

Fear and Trembling

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ISBN 13:
9781515436577
author:
Kierkegaard, Soren
format:
Hardback
publisher:
A & D Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
92
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 1 centimetres (0.3
Genre:
Nonfiction, Philosophy, Metaphysics,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£21.99

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Fear and Trembling by Soren Kierkegaard explores the paradox of faith and the nature of Christianity. The biblical story of Abraham's instruction to sacrifice his son Isaac is examined, forcing us to consider Abraham's state of mind. What drove him to carry out such an extreme request from God? Kierkegaard argues that Abraham's suspension of reason elevated him to the highest level of faith. He explores more comprehensible alternatives, but in each one, Abraham fails the test of faith. This raises questions about the nature of true faith and whether it can be understood or explained. The book delves into the complexities of human emotion and the limits of rational thought in matters of faith.

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