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Fear and Trembling

Dialectical Lyric by Johannes De Silentio
By Søren Kierkegaard
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Fear and Trembling by Søren Kierkegaard explores the nature of faith through the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac. Kierkegaard delves into the tension between faith and ethics, examining the psychological and philosophical dimensions of Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son. The book investigates the notion of a "leap of faith" and questions the limits of human understanding and morality.
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This book may appeal to you if you appreciate deep philosophical discussions and explorations of faith, ethics, and the human condition. It offers a profound examination of the complexities of belief and the struggles inherent in the pursuit of spiritual understanding. Its engaging narrative and challenging ideas will resonate with those intrigued by existential questions and philosophical inquiries.

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Fear and Trembling

Presents Abraham as a great man, who chose to sacrifice his son, Isaac, in the face of conflicting expectations and in defiance of any conceivable ethical standard.

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First published in 1843 under a pseudonym, Fear and Trembling is written in a quasi-dialogue form in which different facets of Kierkegaard's thought are presented to the reader. Without disclosing his own beliefs, Kierkegaard confronts the reader with various ethical and religious attitudes, but leaves the responsibility of choice open.

This new edition provides a chronology of the author's life and detailed notes to complement Kierkegaard's analysis of religion.

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Fear and Trembling by Søren Kierkegaard explores the nature of faith through the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac. Reviews commend its profound analysis of the paradoxes inherent in faith and ethical life, highlighting Kierkegaard's unique narrative style and philosophical approach. Its complex themes are said to provoke deep reflection, resonating with both philosophers and general readers interested in existential questions.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140444490

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 1985

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Alastair Hannay
  • Translated by Alastair Hannay

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 136g

Pages: 176

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Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Søren Kierkegaard

About the Author

Danish-born S ren Kierkegaard (1813-55) wrote on a wide variety of themes, including religion, psychology, and literature. He is remembered for his philosophy, which was influential in the development of 20th century existentialism. Alastair Hannay is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Oslo. He is co-editor of the Cambridge Companion to Kierkegaard and has translated Kierkegaard's Fear and Trembling, The Sickness unto Death, Either/Or, and Papers and Journals for Penguin Classics

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