Reasons to Hope by Werner G. Jeanrond PAPERBACK 9780567668936

Name: Reasons to Hope by Werner G. Jeanrond PAPERBACK 9780567668936
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the profound concept of hope through a theological lens with "Reasons to Hope" by Werner G. Jeanrond. This compelling paperback delves into hope from the perspective of a theology of love, distinguishing human hopes from divine hope. Jeanrond examines the challenges of Christian hope in contemporary society, inviting a fresh dialogue about the future with God and reassessing the potential of hope for Christian discipleship. Discover the crucial role of memory in fostering hope, and understand that hope is a communal endeavor, requiring personal, communal, political, and global participation. The book also explores the powerful symbolic expressions of hope, such as judgment, heaven, hell, and purgatory, encouraging ongoing interpretation. From radical hope and the hope for salvation to contemporary fears about the global future, Jeanrond's work offers a significant theological contribution to the multireligious conversation on hope, death, and the human future. Summary: Reasons to Hope by Werner G. Jeanrond. Paperback edition with 240 pages, written in English. Explores a theology of love and hope, its challenges in modern society, and its communal and transformative power. Includes discussions on memory, judgment, heaven, hell, and purgatory.