The Politics of Praise: Naming God and Friendship in Aquinas and Derrida

by William W. Young III

Book Overview

While the revelation of God's name is a central theological topic, its ethical and political significance are often overlooked. In a world filled with violence committed 'in the name of God', how might invoking God's name enable peace, community, and hope? The Politics of Praise argues that the redemptive potential of naming God lies in how this event transforms friendship. It breaks new ground by tracing the connections between naming God and friendship...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138376019
• ISBN13: 9781138376014
• Release Date: December 2018
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"