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What precisely happens at the time of death is a question that theologians have struggled over for centuries but have never answered satisfactorily. The response to this question that Ladislaus Boros gives in his monumental synthesis, The Mystery of Death, is that in death we meet Christ fully for the first time and in doing so attain to full consciousness and freedom. It is therefore only in the moment of death than humans are able to elect for or against their eternal salvation. In other words, death is a kind of judgment day, but it is we ourselves who pass judgment on ourselves.In her introduction and commentary, Cynthia Bourgeault argues passionately that Ladislaus Boros represents a necessary link to understanding the radical theology of Teilhard de Chardin. She presents Boros as a powerful potential bridgebuilder. Standing firmly on the shoulders of his celebrated Jesuit mentor Karl Rahner, and highly skilled in the scholastic discourse that Teilhard himself eschewed, he is able to mediate an illuminating dialogue between Teilhard and the greater Christian theological traditionnot, as is so often the case in so much of contemporary Teilhardian scholarship, by secularizing Teilhards thought or draping it in current evolutionary jargon, but by piercing to the very marrow of Teilhards Christic mysticism and carrying it to an even more brilliant degree of spiritual luminosity.
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- Q: What is 'The Mystery of Death: Awakening to Eternal Life' about? A: This book explores the theological question of what happens at the time of death, presenting the idea that death is a meeting with Christ and a moment of self-judgment regarding eternal salvation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ladislaus Boros, a theologian who provides a synthesis of thoughts on death and eternal life.
- Q: What unique perspective does Cynthia Bourgeault provide in this book? A: Cynthia Bourgeault offers an introduction and commentary that positions Boros as a bridge between the radical theology of Teilhard de Chardin and the greater Christian tradition.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 300 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback.
- Q: When was 'The Mystery of Death' published? A: The book was published on April 21, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Catholicism? A: Yes, the book is categorized under Catholicism and addresses significant theological questions relevant to the faith.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does this book offer practical insights for readers? A: Yes, it offers a profound exploration of death and eternal life, encouraging readers to reflect on their beliefs and choices.
- Q: Is there any specific theological tradition Boros aligns with? A: Boros aligns with Jesuit theology, particularly influenced by Karl Rahner, while also engaging with Teilhard de Chardin's thoughts.