Creation and the Cross

The Mercy of God for a Planet in Peril

De: Elizabeth A. Johnson

Narrado por: Rosemary Benson

In this fresh creative approach to theology, Elizabeth Johnson asks how we can understand cosmic redemption in a time of advancing ecological devastation. In effect, how can we extend the core Christian belief in salvation to include all created beings? Immediately this question runs into a formidable obstacle: the idea that Jesus's death on the cross was required as atonement for human sin-a theology laid out by the 11th-century theologian St. Anselm.

Constructing her argument (like Anselm) in the form of a dialogue, Johnson lays out the foundations in scripture, the teachings of Jesus, and the early Church for an understanding that emphasizes the love and mercy of God, showing how this approach can help us respond to a planet in peril.

©2018 Elizabeth A. Johnson (P)2020 Tantor

Deep perspective on the purpose of the Cross

Creative and imaginative, yet source citing that is rigorous and focused, a book to open new avenues on a life’s journey. I am most grateful for the chance to read it. Ernie