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The Theology Mill
Steven E. Knepper and Ryan G. Duns, SJ / William Desmond and the Bible
Feb 6, 2024
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- The chapter discusses the tension between the tyrannical erotic sovereign and the agapeic servant in the Hebrew Bible, using the characters of Saul and David as examples.
- Father Ryan G. Duns explores the transformative power of Jesus' parables and how they invite a reconfiguration of one's understanding of the world and the active enactment of charity.
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Exploring the dichotomy between the tyrannical erotic sovereign and the agapeic servant in William Desmond's philosophy and its manifestation in First and Second Samuel
In the chapter co-written by Stephen E. Nipper and Robert Wiley, the dichotomy between the tyrannical erotic sovereign and the agapeic servant is examined. Drawing on Desmond's works and the biblical texts of First and Second Samuel, the authors highlight the tensions and ambivalence surrounding kingship in the Hebrew Bible. They explore how figures like Saul and David exemplify these contrasting tendencies within the narrative, offering a deeper understanding of their characters and their implications for political philosophy.
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