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Zusatztext This book confirms the vitality of Edward Schillebeeckx's theological legacy. Seasoned experts and new pioneers offer major contributions on the genesis and evolution of his theology! exploring the spectrum of topics in his systematic theology! and wrestling with its implications for a theology of culture. Informationen zum Autor Stephan van Erp is Professor of Fundamental Theology at the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies, KU Leuven, Belgium Daniel Minch is Assistant Professor in Dogmatic Theology at the Institute of Systematic and Liturgical Studies, University of Graz, Austria. Klappentext Written by leading experts on both the thought of Edward Schillebeeckx and modern theology, this handbook offers the first comprehensive study of the historical, philosophical, political and theological aspects of Schillebeeckx's work. As one of the most influential Catholic theologians of the twentieth century, he played a key role in the preparations for the theological revolution of the Second Vatican Council and the debates of the post-conciliar era. His engagement with critical theory, hermeneutics, and biblical scholarship culminated in his groundbreaking Christological trilogy, which marked Schillebeeckx as one of the most significant and innovative thinkers of his time. By building an overview of recent research into Schillebeeckx's writing, the contributors shed new light on his influence and ongoing relevance in contemporary theology. Beginning with the roots of Schillebeeckx's views on metaphysics, spirituality and faith, the essays then move to his work during and after the Second Vatican Council, and then to his engagement with new directions in philosophy and his renewal of classical topics such as creation, theological and soteriological anthropology, and eschatology. Culminating with an analysis of theology and culture, this handbook thoroughly explores the implications of Schillebeeckx's theology for a contemporary readership.Offers a comprehensive overview of the context, development, content and influence of the theology of Edward Schillebeeckx. Zusammenfassung Written by leading experts on both the thought of Edward Schillebeeckx and modern theology, this handbook offers the first comprehensive study of the historical, philosophical, political and theological aspects of Schillebeeckx’s work. As one of the most influential Catholic theologians of the twentieth century, he played a key role in the preparations for the theological revolution of the Second Vatican Council and the debates of the post-conciliar era. His engagement with critical theory, hermeneutics, and biblical scholarship culminated in his groundbreaking Christological trilogy, which marked Schillebeeckx as one of the most significant and innovative thinkers of his time.By building an overview of recent research into Schillebeeckx’s writing, the contributors shed new light on his influence and ongoing relevance in contemporary theology. Beginning with the roots of Schillebeeckx’s views on metaphysics, spirituality and faith, the essays then move to his work during and after the Second Vatican Council, and then to his engagement with new directions in philosophy and his renewal of classical topics such as creation, theological and soteriological anthropology, and eschatology. Culminating with an analysis of theology and culture, this handbook thoroughly explores the implications of Schillebeeckx’s theology for a contemporary readership. Inhaltsverzeichnis ContentsNotes on ContributorsAcknowledgmentsList of Abbreviations1 Introducing Edward Schillebeeckx: A Theologian for Our Time Stephan van Erp and Daniel Minch PART I SOURCES2 The Thomistic Roots of Schillebeeckx’s Theology Pim Valkenberg 3 Schillebeeckx’s Metaphysics and Epistemology: The Influence of Dominicus De Petter Dries Bosschaert and Stephan van Erp 4 Schillebeec...
