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Who's Afraid of Postmodernism?: Taking Derrida, Lyotard, and Foucault to Church (The Church and Postmodern Culture),New
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The philosophies of French thinkers Derrida, Lyotard, and Foucault form the basis for postmodern thought and are seemingly at odds with the Christian faith. However, James K. A. Smith claims that their ideas have been misinterpreted and actually have a deep affinity with central Christian claims.Each chapter opens with an illustration from a recent movie and concludes with a case study considering recent developments in the church that have attempted to respond to the postmodern condition, such as the 'emerging church' movement. These case studies provide a concrete picture of how postmodern ideas can influence the way Christians think and worship.This significant book, winner of a Christianity Today 2007 Book Award, avoids philosophical jargon and offers fuller explanation where needed. It is the first book in the Church and Postmodern Culture series, which provides practical applications for Christians engaged in ministry in a postmodern world.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Who's Afraid of Postmodernism'? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of postmodern philosophies by Derrida, Lyotard, and Foucault and their surprising compatibility with Christian faith, as argued by James K. A. Smith.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Who's Afraid of Postmodernism?' is James K.A. Smith, a well-known philosopher and theologian.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Who's Afraid of Postmodernism?' published? A: The book was published on April 1, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in theology? A: Yes, the book avoids heavy philosophical jargon and provides clear explanations, making it accessible for beginners in theology.
- Q: Does the book include case studies? A: Yes, each chapter concludes with a case study that examines how postmodern ideas relate to recent developments in the church.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes Christians engaged in ministry, educators, and anyone interested in the intersection of postmodern thought and Christian faith.
- Q: Is there a specific series this book belongs to? A: Yes, it is the first book in 'The Church and Postmodern Culture' series.
- Q: Has the book received any awards? A: Yes, it won a Christianity Today 2007 Book Award.