The Courage to Be

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By Paul Tillich

Series: The Terry Lectures

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The Courage to Be by Paul Tillich explores the existential struggles of human life, examining how individuals confront anxiety and meaninglessness in modern society. Tillich delves into the philosophical and psychological aspects of courage, offering insights into how embracing faith and authenticity can empower individuals to find significance amidst existential despair. This seminal work integrates existentialist thought with theological insights, providing profound reflections on the concept of being.
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If you're intrigued by philosophical inquiries into the nature of human existence, this book may resonate with you as it delves into the concept of courage in the face of life's inherent anxieties. It explores how individuals can find meaning and affirmation amidst challenges, using existential and theological insights to encourage greater self-understanding and resilience.

The Courage to Be

Describes 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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INFORMATION

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

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Non-Fiction Paul Tillich Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Religion & Spirituality Series: The Terry Lectures

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.