
Days of Awe and Wonder
How To Be A Christian In The Twenty-First Century
Marcus Borg(Author)
SPCK Publishing
Published on 20. July 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-281-07825-7 (ISBN)
Description
Distilled into a single volume, here is the essence of Marcus J. Borg, one of the most widely respected and influential theologians of our time.
In his many critically acclaimed books, Borg pioneered a new kind of Christianity - one that resonates with progressive, socially engaged Christians throughout the world. Now, two years after his death, comes Days of Awe and Wonder, a selection of his most important works, some of them hitherto unpublished, in which he explores what it means to be a Christian in the twenty-first century.
Provocative and uplifting, this anthology will enlighten all who are meeting Borg for the first time and amply reward those who would like to renew their acquaintance with one of the world's finest theological writers.
In his many critically acclaimed books, Borg pioneered a new kind of Christianity - one that resonates with progressive, socially engaged Christians throughout the world. Now, two years after his death, comes Days of Awe and Wonder, a selection of his most important works, some of them hitherto unpublished, in which he explores what it means to be a Christian in the twenty-first century.
Provocative and uplifting, this anthology will enlighten all who are meeting Borg for the first time and amply reward those who would like to renew their acquaintance with one of the world's finest theological writers.
Reviews / Votes
Writing with a simplicity that never becomes simplistic, Borg manages to convey the essence of Christianity in a way that does justice to those who do not share his views and will greatly enrich the understanding of those who do. * Frederick Buechner * Marcus Borg is a key force in the emerging 'new paradigm' of Christian faith. * Walter Brueggemann * Profound, challenging, and engrossing. * Karen Armstrong *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 138 mm
Weight
366 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-281-07825-7 (9780281078257)
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Person
Marcus J. Borg (1942-2015) was acclaimed by the New York Times as 'a leading figure in his generation of Jesus scholars'. His books include Convictions (SPCK, 2014) Speaking Christian (SPCK, 2011) and Jesus (SPCK, 2011).
Content
Foreword by Marianne Borg1. Listening to the Spirit2. Faith is a Journey, Not a Destination3. Jesus, Our Model for Being Spirit-Filled4. My Conversion to Mysticism5. Reclaiming Mysticism6. Awe, Wonder, and Jesus7. Is Jesus God?8. Standing with Jesus Today9. Following the Paths of Repentance and Justice Today10. Renewing Our Image of Jesus11. Healing Our Image of God12. Following God's Passions13. Facing Today's Challenges14. The Heart and Soul of Christianity15. Encountering the Wisdom of Other Faiths16. Listening for the Voice of GodAfterword from Barbara Brown Taylor's Homily at Marcus Borg's Memorial