The Silencing of Leonardo Boff
The Vatican and the Future of World Christianity
Harvey Cox Books
Harvey Cox Jr. is a distinguished theologian whose work critically examines the interplay between religion, culture, and politics. He delves into significant themes such as urbanization, the evolution of global Christianity, Jewish-Christian relations, and contemporary spiritual movements worldwide. His landmark 1965 book, 'The Secular City,' achieved international bestseller status and was recognized as a profoundly influential work in twentieth-century Protestant theology. Cox's writings are celebrated for their insightful analysis that connects theological thought with the realities of modern life and pressing societal concerns.
The Secular City
- 408 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Harvey Cox revisits his classic work amidst the evolving landscape of global religion and society, reflecting on the significant shifts since the 1960s. His insightful analysis highlights both the changes that have occurred and the enduring issues that persist. This contemporary reading serves as a thought-provoking stimulus for new reflections and encourages readers to engage more deeply with his original ideas, making it a valuable intellectual exploration for those interested in the intersection of faith and modernity.
A New Heaven: Death, Human Destiny, and the Kingdom of God
- 312 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Exploring profound themes of death, human destiny, and the Kingdom of God, this book delves into the biblical vision of a transformed existence. It reflects on the promise of renewal and the hope of a new heaven and earth, as depicted in Revelation. The cover features a striking wood engraving associated with the 19th-century astronomer Camille Flammarion, symbolizing the quest for understanding beyond our current reality. This work invites readers to contemplate the ultimate purpose of life and the nature of divine promise.
Our times offer abundant evidence that organized Christianity is failing to fulfill its responsibilities in bringing about the changes most desperately needed in the world. The great events of our day are occurring apart from the church, and this fact indicates to Harvey Cox that the secular world is the principal arena of God's work today. Where does this leave the organized church, the clergy, and the lay member as they witness in modern society? These are the kind of questions that Harvey Cox faces and provocatively discusses in this book. There is no doubt as to where he stands personally with regard to the issues that trouble society most deeply. He is a prophet of God's reconciliation, whether in matters of race, ecumenical relationships, or world order, and he feels that Christians who stand with him will have to enter more vitally into the secular world if they are to be agents of reconciliation. You may or may not agree with this book, but you owe it to yourself to read it.
Das Fest der Narren
Das Gelächter ist der Hoffnung letzte Waffe
