Deirdre Carabine
The Unknown God: Negative Theology in the Platonic Tradition: Plato to Eriugena
- ISBN 13:
- 9781620328620
- author:
- Deirdre Carabine
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wipf and Stock
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 382
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 2.2 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality, Bible, Criticism & In
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Unknown God Negative Theology in the Platonic Tradition: Plato to Eriugena by Deirdre Carabine This book provides a thorough exploration of the beginnings of negative or apophatic thinking in European thought, tracing its development from ancient Greece to the Middle Ages. The author examines the ways in which thinkers from different traditions - Hellenic, Jewish, and Christian - approached the concept of God, highlighting the importance of presenting the origin of the universe as a living reality that transcends human understanding. Carabine's work offers a nuanced understanding of the complexities of negative theology, its relationships with positive or kataphatic approaches, and the challenges faced by those who sought to describe the divine. By carefully considering the historical context and the perspectives of the individuals involved, the book provides a valuable introduction to this important topic. Through its careful analysis, this book sheds new light on the development of negative theology, making it an essential resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of Christian thought.
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