Freeman josh hanagarne john sanders jack murnighan. Knitter edited by leonard swidler and paul mojzes, in which an article by knitter, professor of theology at xavier university, cincinnati, was followed by a number of responses by others, and then a reply by knitter. Listen to without buddha i could not be a christian audiobook by paul f. Paul francis knitter was the paul tillich professor of theology, world religions and culture at union theological seminary, new york city.
Knitters proposal for relational uniqueness of jesus k. Christian theologian, paul knitter talks about the urgent need for interreligious dialogue, and the increasingly common experience of dual religious belonging where believers follow more than one religious path. The nook book ebook of the introducing theologies of religion by paul f. Knitter is paul tillich professor emeritus of theology, world religions and culture at union theological seminary in manhattan, until he retired in june 20. Mar 24, 20 why we need the other religions paul knitter christian theologian, paul knitter talks about the urgent need for interreligious dialogue, and the increasingly common experience of dual religious belonging where believers follow more than one religious path. This thoroughly updated text offers students and adults an overarching perspective. Knitter writes, dualism results when we make necessary distinctions, and then take those distinctions too seriously.
Knitter s proposal for relational uniqueness of jesus k. Paul knitter is professor emeritus of theology at xavier university and the author of. A critical survey of christian attitudes toward the world religions introducing theologies of religions. Christianity a zerosum reclaiming of krister paul f. More than anyone else in north america, paul knitter has brought together in his writings a concern for social justice and the problem of. Knitter now propagates correlational theology of religions as well as relational uniqueness of jesus and we in this paper look at these critically. This volume shares insights into the positions of writers concerned with understanding christianity among the worlds great religious traditions. Essentially, all other religions are completely wrong and their members need to be converted to christ. Can christians take up the challenge that robert wright poses in his recent book the evolution of god that nations and religions must move from. Knitter is a professor of theology at xavier university in. Knitter, author of without buddha i could not be a christian, talks with ncr editor tom fox about double belonging. Avoiding tired labels of past debates exclusivism, pluralism, and inclusivism, knitter suggests four different models replacement, fulfillment, mutuality, and acceptance that more adequately link together thirteen ways of approaching and. Knitters proposal for relational uniqueness of jesus. Knitter is professor emeritus of theology at xavier university in cincinnati, and author of numerous books and articles on interreligious matters.
He taught theology at xavier university, cincinnati, oh, 19752002 and was professor emeritus, 200206. We here at union are called to take up the job that paul tillich left on his deska job he could only envision during the last years of his life. Listen to without buddha i could not be a christian by. His answer is one can be saved by some other name, and then he proceeds to show how this affirmation can be squared theologically with a full christian commitment. Introducing theologies of religion kindle edition by. No other name a critical survey of christian attitudes. Three important schools within christian part of this field are pluralism, inclusivism, and exclusivism, which describe the relation. Paul knitter roman catholic has held the paul tillich chair of theology, world religions, and culture at union theological seminary in new york city since 2007. Knitter teaches theology at xavier university in cincinnati. Paul knitter berkley center for religion, peace, and world. Identities in dialogue university of toronto tspace.
That th agende foar the contemporary theology of religion is being set by the socalled pluralist school, represented by, among others, john hick, paul knitter, and wilfred cantwell smith, there can be little doubt. Jan 11, 2012 in the midst of writing dozens of books and papers, standing against violence in latin america, shouldering a full teaching career, and fulfilling his editorial responsibilities for faith to faith books, a division of orbis books, paul knitter remains a remarkably accessible person. Knitter holds up karl barth as the primary proponent of this position. My union is unions onestopshop for all things important to the union community. Islam and christianity sibling rivalries and sibling. This books argues that one can be committed to a savior of some other name, and simultaneously be aligned with christian theologically and commitment. Publications books towards a protestant theology of religions marburger theologische studien, vol. Paul knitter, union theological seminary, theology department, faculty member.
Multifaith dialogue and global responsibility, by paul f. I think i can summarize in one sentence the message and meaning of todays events. Knitter teaches theology at xavier university in cincinnati, ohio. Knitter, author of without buddha i could not be a christian, is paul tillich professor of theology, world religions and culture at union theological seminary in new york city. His many books include introducing theologies of religions. Toward a pluralistic theology of religions faith meets faith by john hick, paul knitter isbn. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading introducing theologies of religion. He was formerly emeritus professor of theology at xavier university in cincinnati. Three important schools within christian part of this field are pluralism, inclusivism, and exclusivism, which describe the relation of other religious traditions to christianity and. He outlined four possible views or models that one could adopt. Along with his friend and colleague, the protestant philosopher of religion john hick, knitter. Introducing theologies of religions knitter, paul f on. Knitters fourpoint model edit a significant expansion of the three point model was proposed by paul f. More than anyone else in north america, paul knitter has brought together in his writings a concern for social justice and the problem of the christian theology of religions.
Paul knitter, maha ghosananda, irfan khan and members of. He is professor emeritus of theology at xavier university, cincinnati, ohio, where he taught for 28 years before moving to union. He holds a licentiate in theology from the pontifical gregorian university in rome and a doctorate from the university of marburg, germany. In this scholarly paperback, he presents a sturdy overview of the major positions taken by christian churches and theologians in response to religious pluralism. He is professor emeritus of theology at xavier university, cincinnati, ohio, where he taught for 28 years before moving to. Knitter, one of the major voices in catholic theology of religions and inter religious dialogue, is a professor at union theological seminary in nyc. A critical survey of christian attitudes toward the world religions, orbis, 1985 is to offer a detailed map of the dialogical landscape of religious people who wish to understand each other and learn how to relate to one another theologically. Paul knitter is one of the worlds most prominent and controversial theologians. Identities in dialogue an engagement of paul knitters sotenocentnc pluralism boyd stephen blundell a thesis submitted to the faculty of regis college and the theology depariment of the toronto school of theology in partial fblfillment of the requirements for the degree of master of arts in theology awarded by the university of st. We here at union are called to take up the job that paul tillich left on his deska. Knitter, 9780883443477, available at book depository with free. Jul 07, 2010 without buddha i could not be a christian 31 min.
This doesnt exactly jive with todays pluralistic and postmodern age, but it does have the most new testament support no one comes to the father but through me, etc. Knitter in his 2002 book introducing theologies of religions. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. The theology of religions is the branch of theology mostly represented by christian, hindu, islamic and jewish theology and religious studies that attempts to theologically evaluate the phenomena of religions. The theology section includes an analysis of the theologyfaith relationship. A critical survey of christian attitudes toward world religions. And there will be no peace among religions unless there is authentic dialogue among religions. Perhaps the best contemporary exploration of religious doublebelonging is by eminent theologian and former catholic priest paul knitter, in his 2009 memoir, without buddha i could not be a christian.
Knitter quotes author of without buddha i could not. Introducing theologies of religions 9781570754197 by paul f. He continues as the emeritus professor of theology, world religions and culture. Knitter, 9781570754197, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. As some theologians have commented, if were convinced that the starting point for our individual lives, or for the human project in general, is marked original sin rather than original blessing, its going to be all the more difficult to move on. A leading advocate of religious pluralism, he is author of over ten books on. Knitter, author of without buddha i could not be a christian, talks with ncr editor tom fox about double ozone magazine pdf belonging.
No other name a critical survey of christian attitudes toward the world religion 9780883443477 by paul f. Introducing theologies of religion by knitter, paul f. The religion section examines the personal and social value of religion, religious belief and behavior, and offers an overview of major world religions. Paul knitter is professor emeritus of theology at xavier university and the author of one earth many religions. An introduction to the theology of religions intervarsity press. Paul knitter berkley center for religion, peace, and. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Knitter, author of without buddha i could not be a christian, talks with ncr editor tom fox. Youll find him at north american interfaith network meetings, at parliament of the worlds religions conclaves, on educational panels in san francisco or yangon, myanmar where few western. Welcome to my union login union theological seminary. Mar 31, 2019 perhaps the best contemporary exploration of religious doublebelonging is by eminent theologian and former catholic priest paul knitter, in his 2009 memoir, without buddha i could not be a christian. Knitter paul tillich professor of theology, world religions and culture.
Why we need the other religions paul knitter soul needs. The interview was commissioned by eureka street, and sponsored by the asiapacific. Introducing theologies of religion kindle edition by knitter, paul f download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Critical survey of christian attitudes toward the world religions. Pluralism a home for all of us the interfaith observer. What follows is my own response and part of knitters reply to the responses. The faith section focuses on the nature of human faith and christian faith. Knitter one of the worlds foremost exponents of the pluralist position as the most adequate christian theological account of religious diversity turns to a new and urgent issue facing. Studies systematic theology, liberation theology, and interreligious dialogue. Jan 31, 2011 can christians take up the challenge that robert wright poses in his recent book the evolution of god that nations and religions must move from a zero sum winlose to a nonzero sum win. This volume shares insights into the positions of writers concerned with understanding. An introduction to the theology of religions is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to grasp and work their way through the full range of alternatives offered in answer to the question, what is the relation of christianity to other religions. Knitter on theologies of religious pluralism youtube. What paul knitter has done here and has been doing since publication of no other name.
Multifaith dialogue and global responsibility and jesus and the other names. Knitter, edited by leonard swidler and paul mojzes, in which an article by knitter, professor of theology at xavier university, cincinnati, was followed by a number of responses by others, and then a reply by knitter. Knitter is the paul tillich professor emeritus of theology, world religions and culture at the union theological seminary in new york and a leading theologian of religious pluralism. He covers four models for how christians looks at other religious traditions.
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