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Friedrich Schleiermacher's Philosophical Influences
Jun 27, 2016
Corey Brock and Nathaniel Gray Sutanto discuss Friedrich Schleiermacher's philosophical influences on his theology, exploring topics such as transcendental ego, immediate self-consciousness, absolute dependence on God, and the interplay between faith, reason, and revelation in theological reasoning.
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- Schleiermacher's influence on Bavinck emphasized careful theological methods and learning from predecessors.
- Clarifications on Schleiermacher's theology refute misconceptions about pantheism and anthropocentric subjectivism.
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Schleermacher's Influence on Dutch Theology
Schleermacher's significant influence on Dutch theology, especially Herman Bavinck, is highlighted. Bavinck's interest in Schleermacher stemmed from his importance in modern theology, shaping Bavinck's theological methods with emphasis on being careful, nuanced, and learning from predecessors.
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