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The Courage to Be
Series: The Terry Lectures
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See moreDescribes the dilemma of modern man and points a way to the conquest of the problem of anxiety. This title includes a foreword that situates the book within the theological conversation from which it emerged and conveys its continued relevance in the present century.
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Selected as one of the Books of the Century by the New York Public Library
“The brilliance, the wealth of illustration, and the aptness of personal application . . . make the reading of these chapters an exciting experience.”—W. Norman Pittenger, New York Times Book Review
The Courage to Be changed my life. It also profoundly impacted the lives of many others from my generation. Now Harvey Cox’s fresh introduction helps to open up this powerful reading experience to the current generation.”—Robert N. Bellah, University of California, Berkeley
Originally published in 1952, The Courage to Be has become a classic of twentieth-century religious and philosophical thought. The great Christian existentialist thinker Paul Tillich describes the dilemma of modern humankind and points a way to the conquest of the problem of anxiety. This edition includes a new introduction by Harvey Cox that situates the book within the theological conversation into which it first appeared and conveys its continued relevance in the current century.
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Paul Tillich's The Courage to Be is highly acclaimed for its insightful exploration of existential themes and has been described as an exhilarating and profound reading experience. Reviewers commend its clarity and the depth of its philosophical and theological insights, with some noting its impact on both individual lives and broader societal understanding. Additionally, the book's timeless relevance is emphasised, particularly in addressing contemporary challenges with themes of courage amidst adversity.
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ISBN: 9780300188790
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 August 2014
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Edition: 3rd Revised edition
Contributors:
- Introduction by Harvey Cox
Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 249g
Pages: 240
About the Author
Paul Tillich(1886–1965) was a world-renowned philosopher and theologian. Harvey Cox is Hollis Research Professor of Divinity at Harvard University.
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