Buch, Englisch, 146 Seiten, Print PDF, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 209 g
Reihe: James Clarke
Buch, Englisch, 146 Seiten, Print PDF, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 209 g
Reihe: James Clarke
ISBN: 978-0-227-17663-4
Verlag: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
A new translation of Jacques Ellul's classic work, setting out a radical Christian response to the forces of technology and modernity.
Presence in the Modern World is Jacques Ellul's most foundational book, combining his social analysis with his theological orientation. Appearing first in French in 1948, and later in English as The Presence of the Kingdom, it has reached the status of a classic that retains all of its relevance dealing with today's challenges. How should we respond to such complex forces as technology or the state? How can we communicate with one another, despite the problems inner to modern forms of media? Do we have hope for the future of our civilisation? Ellul responds by describing how a Christian's unique presence in the world can make a difference. Instead of acting as 'sociological beings', we must commit ourselves to the kind of revolution that will occur only when we become radically aware of our present situation and undertake 'a ferocious and passionate destruction of myths'. In this way, states Ellul, we become the medium for God's action in the modern world.
Weitere Infos & Material
Foreword by Ted Lewis
Translator's Preface by Lisa Richmond
Author's Preface
Chapter One-The Christian in the World
Chapter Two-Revolutionary Christianity
Chapter Three-End and Means
Chapter Four-Communication
Chapter Five-Prologue and Conclusion
Afterword: Notes on Revolution
Introduction to Jacques Ellul's Life and Thought by David W. Gill
Bibliography of Books by Jacques Ellul
Topical Index
Scripture Index
