Discipleship, Secularity, and the Modern Self : Dancing to Silent Music

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the nuances of Christian spirituality in a secular age with "Discipleship, Secularity, and the Modern Self" by Judith A. Merkle. This insightful book uses the compelling metaphors of dance, silence, and music to examine how modern conditions affect the practice of Christianity. Merkle, drawing on Charles Taylor's work and Christian theology, explores how individuals connect with God through creation and conscience, viewing discipleship as a lens for understanding faith, service, prayer, worship, and sacramentality in daily life. Discover the inseparable link between prayer, Eucharist, and community, powerfully symbolized by the image of dancing to silent music. Key Features: * Examines Christian spirituality in a secular context. * Utilizes metaphors of dance, silence, and music. * Draws on Charles Taylor and Christian theological traditions. * Explores the connection between faith practices and daily life. Summary: ISBN Discipleship, Secularity, and the Modern Self by Judith A. Merkle. Features include Paperback cover, English language version, 248 pages, and a First edition. Dimensions: 216 mm width, 138 mm height. Published by T&T Clark.