Constructing Moral Concepts of God in a Global Age

Constructing Moral Concepts of God in a Global Age focuses on what people say and think about God, advancing a theological method to explore and reframe personal convictions about God and the worldviews shaped by those convictions. It integrates an ethical check to ensure understandings of God and their associated worldviews are validly moral, building on the work of twentieth-century theologian Gordon Kaufman. The book is written for seminary students, educators, clergy, study groups, and anyone interested in delving more deeply into understandings of God.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Constructing Moral Concepts of God in a Global Age delves into the profound exploration of human beliefs and thoughts about God, shifting the focus away from arguments about God's existence and towards the intricate tapestry of human perspectives. It presents a theological methodology, a step-by-step approach, designed to facilitate the exploration and reevaluation of personal convictions about God and the worldviews shaped by those convictions. By emphasizing the role of a moral God in fostering a moral life, this method incorporates an ethical check to ensure that understandings of God and their associated worldviews are validly moral.

Drawing upon the rich insights of twentieth-century theologian Gordon Kaufman during the Kantian phase of his work, the proposed method envisions a God who embodies qualities akin to a person, such as hearing prayers, expressing boundless love, and providing solace during times of hardship. In order to adapt to the diverse and interconnected world of today, the ethical check integrated into the method takes the form of a widely collaborative and vetted global ethic, the Parliament of the Worlds Religions Declaration Towards a Global Ethic.

This volume of constructive philosophical theology is meticulously crafted for seminary students, educators, clergy, study groups, and individuals with a deep curiosity to delve more deeply and systematically into understandings of God, whether their own or those of others. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to expand their theological horizons, fostering a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted nature of faith and its potential to shape our worldviews in meaningful ways.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032247564