Theology and the Enlightenment: A Critical Enquiry into Enlightenment Theology and Its Reception

This book challenges the secular, irreligious, and atheistic interpretation of the Enlightenment by examining its theological roots and its impact on various religious traditions, including Anglican, Dissenting, Lutheran, and deistic theologies, as well as Roman Catholic and Jewish theologies. It argues that the Enlightenment was not solely rationalistic and reclaims the image of enlightenment for Christian faith.

Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 15 December 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The Enlightenment of the late seventeenth and eighteenth centuries has often been portrayed as a secular, irreligious, and atheistic movement, but this book challenges this assumption by examining a broader range of Enlightenment sources. Building on the work of revisionist historians, the book explores the theological implications of the Enlightenment across various religious traditions, including Anglican, Dissenting, Lutheran, and deistic perspectives. It also acknowledges the significant impact of the Enlightenment on Roman Catholic and Jewish theologies. By challenging the stereotype of "Enlightenment rationalism," the book seeks to reclaim the image of enlightenment for Christian faith. The penultimate chapter of the book highlights the biblical and ecclesial roots of the enlightenment and demonstrates how it can be integrated into a Christian worldview.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 145 x 223 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780567705655