Up the Hierarchy!--Hans Boersma & Dionysius the Areopagite on Why We Have Hierarchy All Wrong
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Contrasting Knowledge: East vs. West
This chapter explores the differences between Western and Eastern philosophies regarding knowledge, particularly through the lens of leisure as discussed by Joseph Pieper. It examines the implications of these differing viewpoints on divine understanding, focusing on negative theology and the concept of 'pure nature.' Additionally, it highlights the historical shifts in thought from the late Middle Ages to the 17th century, emphasizing the impact of nominalism on theological perspectives and the interpretation of scripture.
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