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John Thatamanil: Tillich and the Advent of New Being

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Theonomy and New Being

This chapter examines Paul Tillich's philosophical concepts, emphasizing the theonomous moments where the finite connects to the infinite without claiming absolute truth. It critiques past nostalgia while advocating for a forward-thinking approach to justice, particularly in the context of the socialist movement and figures like Martin Luther King Jr. The discussion contrasts despair and faith, exploring the transformative potential of a new understanding of spirituality amid existential crises.

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