Shattering of Loneliness: On Christian Remembrance

The fear of loneliness causes anguish and reckless deeds, but the Christian condition is based on the certainty that ultimate reality is a personal reality of communion. This book examines six facets of Christian remembrance, combining biblical exegesis with readings from literature, to explore what it means to be a human being.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2018
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Loneliness, a universal human experience, shares a profound connection with hunger and thirst, often overshadowed due to its intimate nature. However, its insidious ache resonates with all, causing anguish and prompting reckless actions. Throughout history, every age has borne witness to this pervasive fear. The most deceitful voice is the one that whispers in our ear, asserting that we are irredeemably alone, with no hope of light piercing the darkness.

In contrast, the central message of Christianity is to confront this falsehood, proclaiming that ultimate reality, the source of all existence, is a personal reality of communion. This profound truth unfolds within the certainty of God's personal presence, transcending any metaphysical abstraction. As created in the image and likeness of God, humanity bears the imprint of this original communion, marking our being with its enduring essence. When our souls and bodies yearn for another, it is not a sign of sickness but of health, signaling a profound longing for connection and fulfillment.

This book explores six facets of Christian remembrance, drawing from biblical exegesis and readings from literature, both ancient and modern. It serves as an essay in theology, offering a grounded reflection on the nature of being human. At the same time, it invites us to remember the profound truth that our loneliness can be redeemed by the love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who took flesh to bridge the gap and redeem our loneliness. Through the remembrance of this truth, we are reminded of our potential for joy, growth, and communion with God and one another.

Weight: 212g
Dimension: 214 x 179 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472953285