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Author: Søren Kierkegaard
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2000-06-19
Total Pages: 536
ISBN-13: 0691019401
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn anthology containing substantial excerpts from the Danish philosopher's major works.
Author: Søren Kierkegaard
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ISBN-13: 9780691073958
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Søren Kierkegaard
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Published: 2024-10-29
Total Pages: 225
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKWelcome to the profound realm of Søren Kierkegaard's "Selections from the Writings of Kierkegaard," where existential thought intertwines with deep philosophical inquiry, inviting readers to engage with the complexities of faith, identity, and the human condition. Prepare to embark on a transformative journey through the mind of one of philosophy's most influential figures. In this compelling anthology, Kierkegaard, often regarded as the father of existentialism, articulates the struggles of individuality against societal norms. Through key excerpts from his seminal works, readers meet characters that embody the essence of human dilemmas, exploring themes of anxiety, despair, and the quest for authentic existence. The collection delves into pivotal concepts such as the "leap of faith," presenting a rich tapestry of thoughts that resonate deeply with those grappling with their beliefs. Significant passages, such as his reflections on the nature of truth and the individual's relationship with God, provoke profound introspection and invite readers to confront their own existential questions. The overall tone of "Selections from the Writings of Kierkegaard" is both contemplative and challenging, urging readers to ponder their purpose and the nature of their choices. Kierkegaard’s unique blend of philosophy and theology creates a mood that is introspective yet inspiring, appealing to anyone seeking depth in their understanding of existence. Since its publication, "Selections from the Writings of Kierkegaard" has garnered critical acclaim for its intellectual richness and emotional depth. Philosophers, theologians, and readers alike have praised its relevance, finding Kierkegaard's insights into human psychology and morality remarkably timely even in today's world. This anthology caters to a diverse audience—students of philosophy, casual readers seeking enlightenment, and anyone interested in the profound questions of life. It serves as an essential introduction to Kierkegaard’s thought while providing an engaging exploration for those already familiar with his work. As you immerse yourself in "Selections from the Writings of Kierkegaard," you will discover a treasure trove of wisdom that resonates on a personal level. Kierkegaard's reflections on love, faith, and the struggles of the human spirit may resonate with your own experiences, encouraging you to reflect on your beliefs and choices. In conclusion, "Selections from the Writings of Kierkegaard" is not merely a collection of philosophical writings; it is an invitation to explore the depths of your own existence and the complexities of faith and individuality. Whether you are encountering Kierkegaard for the first time or revisiting his work, this anthology promises to enrich your understanding of life's profound questions. Don't miss the opportunity to engage with the transformative ideas of Søren Kierkegaard. Let "Selections from the Writings of Kierkegaard" guide you through a journey of self-discovery and existential reflection. Grab your copy now and join countless readers who have found inspiration in Kierkegaard's remarkable insights.
Author: C. Stephen Evans
Publisher: Baylor University Press
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 193279235X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEvans makes a strong case that Kierkegaard has something crucial to say to the Christian church as a philosopher and something equally crucial to say to the philosophical world as a Christian believer.--Robert L. Perkins, Stetson University and Editor, International Kierkegaard Commentary "Prespectives in Religious Studies"
Author: Daphne Hampson
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 2013-04-25
Total Pages: 359
ISBN-13: 0199673233
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA clear introduction to the major works of Kierkegaard that highlights the Lutheran framework of his thought, the book combines exposition of the texts within their philosophical, theological, and historical context with an engaging critical dialogue that brings Kierkegaard into debate with twenty-first century thought.
Author: Clare Carlisle
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Published: 2020-05-05
Total Pages: 368
ISBN-13: 0374721696
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPhilosopher of the Heart is the groundbreaking biography of renowned existentialist Søren Kierkegaard’s life and creativity, and a searching exploration of how to be a human being in the world. Søren Kierkegaard is one of the most passionate and challenging of all modern philosophers, and is often regarded as the founder of existentialism. Over about a decade in the 1840s and 1850s, writings poured from his pen pursuing the question of existence—how to be a human being in the world?—while exploring the possibilities of Christianity and confronting the failures of its institutional manifestation around him. Much of his creativity sprang from his relationship with the young woman whom he promised to marry, then left to devote himself to writing, a relationship which remained decisive for the rest of his life. He deliberately lived in the swim of human life in Copenhagen, but alone, and died exhausted in 1855 at the age of 42, bequeathing his remarkable writings to his erstwhile fiancée. Clare Carlisle’s innovative and moving biography writes Kierkegaard’s life as far as possible from his own perspective, to convey what it was like actually being this Socrates of Christendom—as he put it, living life forwards yet only understanding it backwards.
Author: Eric Ziolkowski
Publisher: Northwestern University Press
Published: 2018-01-15
Total Pages: 491
ISBN-13: 0810135981
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this volume fifteen eminent scholars illuminate the broad and often underappreciated variety of the nineteenth‐century Danish thinker Søren Kierkegaard’s engagements with literature and the arts. The essays in Kierkegaard, Literature, and the Arts, contextualized with an insightful introduction by Eric Ziolkowski, explore Kierkegaard’s relationship to literature (poetry, prose, and storytelling), the performing arts (theater, music, opera, and dance), and the visual arts, including film. The collection is rounded out with a comparative section that considers Kierkegaard in juxtaposition with a romantic poet (William Blake), a modern composer (Arnold Schoenberg), and a contemporary singer‐songwriter (Bob Dylan). Kierkegaard was as much an aesthetic thinker as a philosopher, and his philosophical writings are complemented by his literary and music criticism. Kierkegaard, Literature, and the Arts will offer much of interest to scholars concerned with Kierkegaard as well as teachers, performers, and readers in the various aesthetic fields discussed. CONTRIBUTORS: Christopher B. Barnett, Martijn Boven, Anne Margrete Fiskvik, Joakim Garff, Ronald M. Green, Peder Jothen, Ragni Linnet, Jamie A. Lorentzen, Edward F. Mooney, George Pattison, Nils Holger Petersen, Howard Pickett, Marcia C. Robinson, James Rovira
Author: John J. Davenport
Publisher: Open Court
Published: 2015-11-02
Total Pages: 399
ISBN-13: 0812699319
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn his extraordinarily influential book on ethics, After Virtue, Alasdair MacIntyre maintained that Kierkegaard's notion of "choosing" to interpret one's choices in ethical terms implies an arbitrary and irrational leap. MacIntyre's critique of Kierkegaard has become the focal point for several new interpretations of Kierkegaard that seek to answer MacIntyre. Kierkegaard After MacIntyre brings together both new and already published articles in this vein, with a new reply by Professor MacIntyre. Kierkegaard After MacIntyre reflects the emergence of a new consensus in Kierkegaard scholarship. This consensus is strongly anti-irrationalist and contemporary neo-Aristotelian virtue ethics, clarifying their common ground as well as their differences. In responding to MacIntyre's 'irrationalist' objection, the authors clarify the sense in which Kierkegaard's own conception of freedom is teleological and suggest that his understanding of the development of ethical personality involves a quest for narrative unity, a commitment to practices involving social values, and a self-understanding conditioned by historical reality—all of which are also central themes in MacIntyre's work on virtue ethics. Despite MacIntyre's diagnosis of Kierkegaard's existential approach to ethics as unsuccessful, some of Kierkegaard's insights may support MacIntyre's own theses. "Kierkegaard After MacIntyre is an outstanding book which brings Kierkegaard into direct conversation with one of the most important contemporary philosophers. The conversation contains both lively disagreements and illuminating analyses, all focused on issues of fundamental importance for human life." —C. Stephen Evans, Calvin College ". . . this wonderfully edifying collection of essays." —Timothy P. Jackson, Emory University "In addressing MacIntyre's charge that for Kierkegaard the adoption of the ethical can only be a 'cirterionless choice,' this stimulating set of essays by well-known Kierkegaard scholars provides a welcome addition to the literature on Kierkegaardian ethics. Kierkegaard After MacIntyre provides a valuable exploration of the role of reasoning, will, and passion in moral life, as well as of the relation between aesthetic and ethical dimensions of life." —M. Jamie Ferreira, University of Virginia
Author: Søren Kierkegaard
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Published: 1978
Total Pages: 652
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Søren Kierkegaard
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2013-04-21
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 140084696X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis volume contains a new translation, with a historical introduction by the translators, of two works written under the pseudonym Johannes Climacus. Through Climacus, Kierkegaard contrasts the paradoxes of Christianity with Greek and modern philosophical thinking. In Philosophical Fragments he begins with Greek Platonic philosophy, exploring the implications of venturing beyond the Socratic understanding of truth acquired through recollection to the Christian experience of acquiring truth through grace. Published in 1844 and not originally planned to appear under the pseudonym Climacus, the book varies in tone and substance from the other works so attributed, but it is dialectically related to them, as well as to the other pseudonymous writings. The central issue of Johannes Climacus is doubt. Probably written between November 1842 and April 1843 but unfinished and published only posthumously, this book was described by Kierkegaard as an attack on modern speculative philosophy by "means of the melancholy irony, which did not consist in any single utterance on the part of Johannes Climacus but in his whole life. . . . Johannes does what we are told to do--he actually doubts everything--he suffers through all the pain of doing that, becomes cunning, almost acquires a bad conscience. When he has gone as far in that direction as he can go and wants to come back, he cannot do so. . . . Now he despairs, his life is wasted, his youth is spent in these deliberations. Life does not acquire any meaning for him, and all this is the fault of philosophy." A note by Kierkegaard suggests how he might have finished the work: "Doubt is conquered not by the system but by faith, just as it is faith that has brought doubt into the world!."
