Esta serie explora las vidas y filosofías de líderes espirituales, pensadores y activistas influyentes que moldearon los siglos XX y XXI. Cada volumen presenta selecciones cuidadosamente curadas de las obras de estas figuras, acompañadas de introducciones biográficas perspicaces. Descubra a los individuos clave que han impactado profundamente la espiritualidad moderna y el progreso social a través de su visión y acciones.
Karl Rahner's (1904-84) creative proposals in theological areas made him one of the giants of 20th-century theology. The depth of his contributions has made study of Rahner's writings difficult, but Kelly's anthology of Rahner's writings overcomes the obstacles beautifully. A select bibliography neatly organizes the vast work by and on Rahner. Part of The Making of Modern Theology Series.
Bringing together the wisdom of East and West, the Indian Jesuit Anthony de Mello used stories and parables to awaken his listeners to an awareness of God's presence in their midst. Since his death in 1987, countless readers have been challenged to encounter the God who lies behind words, concepts, and religious formulas.
V roce 2015 probleskla tiskem zpráva, že Templetonovu cenu získal Jean Vanier, zakladatel komunity Archa. V knize předkládáme jeho životopisný portrét, spolu s výběrem těch nejlepších textů z jeho knih. Jean Vanier miluje lidi, ale především miluje Krista a jeho evangelium. V jeho světle se zamýšlí nad všelidskými tématy, jako je odpuštění, důstojnost člověka, bolest v našem životě, modlitba, sexualita a láska hodná toho jména.
Flannery OConnor (1925-1964) is widely regarded as one of the great American writers of the twentieth century. Only in 1979, however, with the publication of her collected letters, could the public fully see the depth of her personal faith and her wisdom as a spiritual guide. Drawing from all her work this anthology highlights as never before O?Connor?s distinctive voice as a spiritual writer, covering such topics as Christian Realism, the Church, the relation between faith and art, sin and grace, and the role of suffering in the life of a Christian.
Anthony de Mello vermittelt mit seinen - hier überwiegend erstmals veröffentlichten - Erzählungen und Parabeln überraschende Wahrhaftigkeit, die sensibel macht für die Spuren des Göttlichen mitten im Lebensalltag. Eine Einführung zur Person und zum Wirken de Mellos von William Dych, einem guten Freund des spirituellen Meisters, bereitet dazu den Weg. Antony de Mello, 1931-1987, was indischer Jesuit und ein viel gefragter geistlicher Begleiter und Kursleiter, zuletzt Direktor des »Sadhana-Exerzitienhauses« in Lonavia bei Poona/Indien; weltbekannter Autor weit verbreiteter Bücher. »Die Texte dieses Buches lassen de Mellos Herz spüren« - Megan McKenna [Rückseitentext]
Albert Schweitzer, theologian, doctor, Nobel Peace Prize winner - was a remarkable figure of the 20th century. An ordained pastor and theologian, he was also a renowned musician. He gave up this success to become a missionary doctor and founded a hospital in Africa. He is famous for his compassionate service and his Reverence for Life.