A new systematic theology that takes seriously the role of philosophy in the formation of theological doctrines.
Thomas G. Guarino is Professor of Systematic Theology at the School of Theology, Seton hall University, New Jersey
-Mention. Theology Digest/ Vol. 52 No. 3/ Fall 2005
*Theology Digest*
"In this rich and much-needed book, G. shows a wide familiarity
with the relevant literature and acknowledges the legitimate
concerns of recent theologians and philosophers, even as he defends
the need and legitimacy of a first philosophy. At the same time, he
recognizes the limits of his project. He is not trying to address
the question of how church doctrine is related to the symbolic
character of much scriptural language, nor is he trying to resolve
issues that have emerged among proposed first philosophies. G.'s
summary and adjudication of the contemporary critical need for a
first philosophy should be studied by those on different sides of
these questions." -M. John Farrelly, O.S.B., Theological Studies,
December 2008
"Comparing the dogmas of Christian faith to beams that support an
elegant structure, Thomas Guariono explores their capacity to
withstand the critique mounted by Heidegger and his postmodern
successors. To counter the critique, Guarino contends that while
the words and expressions of faith may change, and while the divine
mystery defies comprehensive knowledge, the affirmations of faith
are abidingly true. His is a very timely book, bold in its
conception, impressive in its erudition, sound and satisfying in
its conclusions."
*Blurb from reviewer*
Prof. Guarino's book is well timed. After a generation spent
wandering in the wilderness of Postmodernity, theologians are ready
to rediscover the importance of metaphysics. Guarino explains how
foundationalism got a bad reputation among theologians, and he
shows us how theology can reclaim its philosophical roots.
Christians believe in God, but that should also mean that
Christians believe in the truth. Guarino demonstrates how Christian
convictions inevitably require metaphysical explication. This book
is not for the philosophically timid. It is a robust defense of a
faith as large and rigorous as the truth to which it testifies. It
just might point the way forward to a new age of philosophical
theology.--Stephen H. Webb, Professor of Religgion, Wabash College,
and the author of The Divine Voice: Christian Proclamation and the
Theology of Sound and American Providence
*Blurb from reviewer*
"A brilliant statement of theological first principles written by a
Roman Catholic theologian with broad ecumenical sympathies. This is
an important study for anyone engaged in theological work on this
side of the Enlightenment, especially for those who seek to do this
work in the tradition of fides quaerens intellectum." -Timothy
George, Dean of Beeson Divinity School of Samford University and
executive editor of Christianity Today
*Blurb from reviewer*
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