Brief Apology for a Catholic Moment

Jean-Luc Marion's A Brief Apology for a Catholic Moment explores the concept of "catholic" as all-encompassing and universal, discussing what it means to be Catholic in the present moment and addressing complex issues such as church-state separation and Catholic universalism. It is a valuable contribution to a larger conversation about liberalism, religion, and the tension between Islam and the West.

Format: Hardback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 10 May 2021
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press

A timely and thought-provoking new work from one of France's foremost philosophers, A Brief Apology for a Catholic Moment delves deep into the essence of what it means to be "Catholic" in the modern world. In this concise yet accessible book, Jean-Luc Marion skillfully weaves together the concept of catholicity as encompassing and universal, engaging in a dialogue about what it means to be a Catholic in the present moment.

A Brief Apology for a Catholic Moment addresses complex issues related to church-state separation and reaches out to a broader Catholic audience that transcends national boundaries, social identities, and linguistic differences. Marion firmly asserts that Catholic universalism, rooted in the core values of communion and community, is not an outdated worldview but rather a perspective that possesses the potential to challenge the positivist rationality and nihilism that underpin our current political landscape. By offering an inviting and sophisticated Catholic lens on contemporary political and social realities, A Brief Apology for a Catholic Moment makes a valuable contribution to a broader and more inclusive conversation.

Weight: 268g
Dimension: 146 x 222 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780226684611