Este filósofo escocés profundiza en las cuestiones trascendentales de la existencia y la creencia. Su obra se caracteriza por un enfoque analítico del pensamiento tradicional, buscando tender puentes entre los debates filosóficos contemporáneos y el rico legado de Tomás de Aquino. A través de su voz distintiva, contribuye a la comprensión de la relación entre la razón y la fe, explorando su lugar en el mundo moderno. Sus ideas resuenan en los lectores que buscan exploraciones reflexivas y accesibles de los problemas filosóficos fundamentales.
Focusing on key aspects of social life, this collection of philosophical essays by John Haldane delves into significant academic and public debates. The author examines various issues, providing insightful perspectives that encourage critical thinking and reflection on contemporary societal challenges.
Exploring the existence of God and the human soul, John Haldane combines philosophy of mind, epistemology, and aesthetics in this follow-up to Faithful Reason. He presents a compelling argument that the cosmos is a creation, emphasizing human transcendence beyond material existence and the idea that true fulfillment lies beyond death. By merging themes from Aquinas with analytical philosophy, Haldane further solidifies his reputation as a prominent analytical thomist, offering profound insights into the nature of human experience and destiny.
Collection of short essays that range across philosophy, politics, general culture, morality, science, religion and art, focusing on questions of meaning, value and understanding.
Exploring the intersection of Roman Catholicism and Western society, Haldane delves into various topics through twenty-five essays. He analyzes the Papacy of John Paul II, the influence of philosophy on Catholic doctrine, and contemporary issues like evolutionary theory, Christian humanism, and ethics. His writing showcases a blend of philosophical analysis, artistic sensibility, and journalistic clarity, offering a comprehensive examination of the Church's teachings and their relevance in today's world.
Exploring the intersection of Catholic thought and contemporary issues, John Haldane delves into ethics, politics, education, and art through the lens of Analytical Thomism. He argues for the enduring relevance of Catholic philosophy, particularly the legacy of Thomas Aquinas, in addressing fundamental human questions and understanding the world. Haldane emphasizes the intrinsic intelligibility of the world and the objectivity of truth, offering thought-provoking insights that encourage debate and reflection on modern philosophical challenges.