A Place of Springs

Grace Jantzen responds to a world preoccupied with death and violence by constructing a Quaker spirituality of beauty as a theological-philosophical response. She offers an original and creative feminist reading of the Quaker tradition, exploring the themes of inner light and beauty as alternatives to violence and the obstacles to building such an alternative world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In her book, "Grace Jantzen Constructs a Quaker Spirituality of Beauty as a Theological-Philosophical Response to a World Preoccupied with Death and Violence," the author explores a profound and transformative vision of spirituality that seeks to counter the pervasive influence of violence and death in our world. Having previously delved into the foundations of western cultural violence in her works "Foundations of Violence" and "Violence to Eternity," Jantzen now presents an alternative perspective. This alternative vision is an innovative and creative feminist interpretation of the Quaker tradition, drawing upon the insights of George Fox and the writings of Quaker women. Through her exploration of themes such as inner light and beauty, Jantzen offers a compelling alternative to violence and the challenges inherent in creating a world that embraces these values.

After demonstrating how seventeenth-century Quakers offered a distinct alternative to modernity, Jantzen maps the philosophical and ethical implications of engaging with the world through the lens of beauty and its transformative power. Written with a broad audience in mind, the book aims to shed light on how Quaker ideas can provide a pathway toward transforming our violent world into one that celebrates life, rather than death, peace, rather than violence.

This remarkable work serves as the second installment in Grace M. Jantzen's "Death and the Displacement of Beauty" collection, which began with the publication of "Foundations of Violence" in 2004. Through her profound insights and visionary approach, Jantzen continues to inspire and guide individuals seeking a deeper understanding of spirituality and the potential for creating a more compassionate and peaceful world.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032340296