Steven Kepnes
Reasoning After Revelation
- ISBN 13:
- 9780813365657
- author:
- Steven Kepnes
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Westview Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 175
- Genre:
- History Social Organisations Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Postmodern Jewish thinkers approach their faith in a unique way, drawing on the traditions of the Torah and communal practices that have evolved over centuries. This form of thinking seeks to engage with scripture, philosophy, and community in a way that is distinct from modern secular ideologies. In "Reasoning After Revelation: Dialogues in Postmodern Jewish Philosophy", three leading scholars explore the possibilities and challenges of postmodern Jewish thought. They draw on the methods and principles of Talmudic argumentation to present their ideas as part of a broader conversation about the nature of faith, ethics, and community. This book offers a fresh perspective on the relationship between Judaism and modern philosophy, one that seeks to move beyond simplistic dichotomies and towards a more nuanced understanding of the complexities of human experience.