Karl Rahner Books

Karl Rahner, a Jesuit Priest who died in 1984, is widely regarded as one of the most influential Catholic theologians of the 20th century. His writings played an enormous role in shaping the documents of Vatican II. But while he is best known for his academic theology, his deepest goal was to help ordinary Christians to recognize and respond to the presence of grace in their everyday lives. Rahner famously observed that the Christians of the future will be mystics or there will be no Christianity. With readings for Advent, Lent, and the other liturgical seasons, these sermons, prayers, and reflections offer spiritual nourishment for the whole year.

In this newly-translated, companion volume to Spirit in the World, Rahner further develops a doctrine of the relationship between spiritual and concrete realities to show that only through our aspiration to the transcendent are we open to God's self-communion.

This anthology presents a curated selection of 174 works by Karl Rahner, showcasing his profound theological insights from the early 1950s to 1980. Despite the vastness of his writings, totaling over 3,500 publications, this collection aims to encapsulate the essence of his thought, making it a valuable resource for those interested in his contributions to theology and philosophy.

Like all the great spiritual masters, Rahner is at his best when dealing with matters of the heart like this one: suffering and the soul's journey to God. schovat popis

No single anthology could hope to capture the full scope of Karl Rahner's thought--his publications numbering over 3,500 separate works in the years between 1924 and 1979--but this collection is the best that could possibly be devised, containing 174 selections which reflect the best of Rahner's thought from the early 1950s to 1980.

Through a series of interviews, the book reveals Karl Rahner's profound reflections on his life, from his childhood in Freiburg to his experiences under Nazi rule and beyond. It features insightful portraits of influential figures like Martin Heidegger and Cardinal Ottaviani, alongside Rahner's candid thoughts on the Church's future, aging, and mortality. Most importantly, it captures the essence of his faith, showcasing him as a spiritual master known for his accessible and mystical approach to theology.

This book touches on the subjects of Humane Society and the Church of Tomorrow.

Karl Rahner's (1904-84) creative proposals in theological areas made him one of the giants of 20th-century theology. The depth of his contributions has made study of Rahner's writings difficult, but Kelly's anthology of Rahner's writings overcomes the obstacles beautifully. A select bibliography neatly organizes the vast work by and on Rahner. Part of The Making of Modern Theology Series.