Das Fest der Narren
Das Gelächter ist der Hoffnung letzte Waffe
Harvey Cox Bücher
Harvey Cox Jr. ist ein renommierter Theologe, dessen Werk die Wechselwirkungen zwischen Religion, Kultur und Politik kritisch untersucht. Er befasst sich mit bedeutenden Themen wie Urbanisierung, der Entwicklung des globalen Christentums, jüdisch-christlichen Beziehungen und gegenwärtigen spirituellen Bewegungen weltweit. Sein wegweisendes Buch „The Secular City“ aus dem Jahr 1965 wurde ein internationaler Bestseller und als eines der einflussreichsten Werke der protestantischen Theologie des 20. Jahrhunderts anerkannt. Cox' Schriften werden für ihre aufschlussreiche Analyse gefeiert, die theologisches Denken mit den Realitäten des modernen Lebens und drängenden gesellschaftlichen Anliegen verbindet.
Common Prayers
Faith, Family, and a Christian's Journey Through the Jewish Year
- 320 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
Exploring the Jewish calendar from Rosh Hashanah to Yom ha-Atzmaíut, this work provides insights into the significance of Jewish holidays and traditions related to key life events like marriage and death. Harvey Cox, drawing from his interfaith experiences, presents the essence of Judaism and its connection to Christianity in a thoughtful and accessible manner. His reflections reveal the personal, historical, and spiritual meanings behind these observances, offering readers a rich source of discovery and understanding applicable to both Jews and non-Jews.
Future of Faith, The
- 256 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Exploring the evolution of belief systems, this book delves into how faith has shaped human experience throughout history and its current decline. It examines the transition towards a more spiritual age, emphasizing personal experiences over traditional doctrines. The author argues for a future where spirituality is defined by individual journeys rather than organized religion, offering insights into the implications of this shift for society and personal identity.
Cox explores three different lenses commonly used to bring the Bible into focus: literary--as narrative stories of family conflict, stirring heroism, and moral dilemmas; history--as classic texts with academic and theological applications; activism--as a source of dialogue and engagement to be shared and applied to our lives. By bringing these together, Cox shows the Bible in all its rich diversity and meaning and offers us a contemporary activist version that wrestles with issues of feminism, war, homosexuality, and race
The Silencing of Leonardo Boff
The Vatican and the Future of World Christianity
Harvey Cox explores the critical roles of festivity and fantasy in contemporary culture and theology, arguing that both are essential for genuine social transformation. He defines festivity as the ability to celebrate joyfully and fantasy as the capacity to envision alternative realities. In a society focused on success and profit, Cox calls for a revival of unproductive celebration and a reimagining of social possibilities, emphasizing the need for creativity and imagination in politics and everyday life.
The Secular City
- 408 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
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.
