The Concept of Holiness
O.R. Jones(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 13. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
200 pages
978-1-032-97794-2 (ISBN)
Description
The Concept of Holiness (1961) examines one of the most distinctively religious concepts in the sphere of Hebrew and Christian belief. The intimate connections between this concept and the associate notions of fear, power, separatedness, wholeness and goodness are carefully unfolded, and the analysis shows that in none of its connections can holiness be fairly understood unless reference is made to the key-concept of divine personality. After giving a suggestive philosophical account of this key-concept by linking it with the notion of a 'perfect vision', the author shows how the concept of holiness in its manifold connections is thereby illuminated.
Reviews / Votes
'An able and illuminating discussion of the most controversial topic in contemporary philosophy.' Adelphi'A most attractive book... The freshness of the author's imagination makes his writing always entertaining.' Mind
'Thoroughly recommended to students.' Times Literary Supplement
'Packed with thought; it covers an incredible amount of ground; it is a book that will make a difference in philosophy.' Church Times
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Adult education
Academic, Adult education, General, Postgraduate, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate Core
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
370 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-032-97794-2 (9781032977942)
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O.R. Jones
The Concept of Holiness
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03/2025
1st Edition
Routledge
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Content
1. Introduction 2. Is Holiness a Quality? 3. Fear of the Holy 4. The Power of Holiness 5. Will-power and Love 6. Holiness or Wholeness? 7. Separatedness 8. Holiness and Moral Goodness 9. 'Holiness', 'God' and 'Divine Personality' 10. Divine Personality and the Perfect Vision 11. Conclusion