What Is a Story?

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The book explores the tension between storytelling and the philosophical pursuit of timeless truth, tracing the origins of Western thought's skepticism towards religious narratives. It examines the paradox of recognizing the significance of stories in shaping beliefs while grappling with their classification as myths or fictions. The author delves into the challenges theologians face in reconciling faith with the need to demythologize religious beliefs, highlighting the enduring struggle to articulate how stories convey deeper truths.