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Gerardus van der Leeuw

    March 18, 1890 – November 18, 1950

    Gerardus van der Leeuw was a Dutch historian and philosopher of religion, renowned for his application of philosophical phenomenology to the study of religion. His approach involved a profound exploration of the essence and manifestations of religious phenomena, offering readers new perspectives. His work provides insightful glimpses into the universal aspects of faith and religious traditions across cultures. Readers will appreciate his methodological rigor and philosophical depth, which continue to inspire the field of religious studies.

    Bachs Matthaeus- en Johannespassion
    Liturgik
    Religion in Essence and Manifestation
    • 2014

      Religion in Essence and Manifestation

      • 732 pages
      • 26 hours of reading

      Exploring the concepts of divine interaction, the author distinguishes between horizontal paths to God and the vertical paths that connect humanity to the divine. The text emphasizes that when God reveals Himself, it transcends conventional communication, manifesting as proclamation rather than intelligible speech. This unique perspective challenges traditional theological discourse and invites deeper contemplation of the nature of divine revelation and its implications for understanding faith.

      Religion in Essence and Manifestation