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The Monstrosity of Christ: Paradox or Dialectic? (Short Circuits),Used
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A militant Marxist atheist and a Radical Orthodox Christian theologian square off on everything from the meaning of theology and Christ to the war machine of corporate mafia.What matters is not so much that iek is endorsing a demythologized, disenchanted Christianity without transcendence, as that he is offering in the end (despite what he sometimes claims) a heterodox version of Christian belief.John MilbankTo put it even more bluntly, my claim is that it is Milbank who is effectively guilty of heterodoxy, ultimately of a regression to paganism: in my atheism, I am more Christian than Milbank.Slavoj iekIn this corner, philosopher Slavoj iek, a militant atheist who represents the criticalmaterialist stance against religion's illusions; in the other corner, Radical Orthodox theologian John Milbank, an influential and provocative thinker who argues that theology is the only foundation upon which knowledge, politics, and ethics can stand. In The Monstrosity of Christ, iek and Milbank go head to head for three rounds, employing an impressive arsenal of moves to advance their positions and press their respective advantages. By the closing bell, they have not only proven themselves worthy adversaries, they have shown that faith and reason are not simply and intractably opposed. iek has long been interested in the emancipatory potential offered by Christian theology. And Milbank, seeing global capitalism as the new century's greatest ethical challenge, has pushed his own ontology in more political and materialist directions. Their debate in The Monstrosity of Christ concerns the future of religion, secularity, and political hope in light of a monsterful eventGod becoming human. For the first time since iek's turn toward theology, we have a true debate between an atheist and a theologian about the very meaning of theology, Christ, the Church, the Holy Ghost, Universality, and the foundations of logic. The result goes far beyond the popularized atheist/theist point/counterpoint of recent books by Christopher Hitchens, Richard Dawkins, and others. iek begins, and Milbank answers, countering dialectics with paradox. The debate centers on the nature of and relation between paradox and parallax, between analogy and dialectics, between transcendent glory and liberation. Slavoj iek is a philosopher and cultural critic. He has published over thirty books, including Looking Awry, The Puppet and the Dwarf, and The Parallax View (these three published by the MIT Press). John Milbank is an influential Christian theologian and the author of Theology and Social Theory: Beyond Secular Reason and other books. Creston Davis, who conceived of this encounter, studied under both iek and Milbank.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Monstrosity of Christ'? A: The main theme of 'The Monstrosity of Christ' revolves around a debate between philosopher Slavoj Žižek and theologian John Milbank on the meaning of theology and Christ, exploring the intersections of faith, reason, and the implications of corporate power.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book features Slavoj Žižek, a militant Marxist atheist, and John Milbank, a 'Radical Orthodox' Christian theologian.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Monstrosity of Christ' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Monstrosity of Christ' published? A: 'The Monstrosity of Christ' was published on February 25, 2011.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to theology? A: Yes, the book presents a unique debate that can be engaging for readers new to theology as it contrasts different perspectives on faith and reason.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes readers interested in philosophy, theology, and critical theory, particularly those who want to explore the complexities of faith and atheism.
- Q: Does the book include a debate format? A: Yes, the book is structured as a debate between Žižek and Milbank, with each author presenting their arguments and counterarguments.
- Q: What are some other works by Slavoj Žižek? A: Other notable works by Slavoj Žižek include 'Looking Awry', 'The Puppet and the Dwarf', and 'The Parallax View'.
- Q: Can this book be considered a critique of modern capitalism? A: Yes, the book critiques modern capitalism, particularly through the lens of Žižek's arguments regarding the ethical challenges it poses.