Without God or metaphysics : exploring possibilities for religious thought in contemporary culture

Abstract

In contemporary culture, the issues of religion and theology require serious discussion. Theists and atheists are still locked in hot debates regarding whether or not religion and theology have value for a postmodern secular society. The thoughts offered by postmodern theologians or philosophers of religion have much to offer for those on both sides o(the problem. Their work provides new grounds for thinking and reformulating religious and theological discourses that are beneficial for theists and atheists. Charles E. Winquist, Mark C. Taylor, and John D. Caputo demonstrate the irreducible roles that religion and theology continue to play. The works of these postmodern theologians are guided by a postmode1~n sensibility such that we are able to value religious tradition within our culture while· acknowledging its limits. This type of thinking also suggests new ways in which theological thinking can be of use in secular discourses. This thesis argues· that the works of postmodern theologians function in different ways to create new space for what might be called 'religion without religion' and 'theology without theology.' This thesis concludes that one can think religiously or theologically without God or metaphysics.

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Thesis Completion

2010

Semester

Spring

Advisor

DiBernardo, Sabatino

Degree

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

College

College of Arts and Humanities

Degree Program

Religious Studies

Subjects

Arts and Humanities -- Dissertations, Academic;Dissertations, Academic -- Arts and Humanities

Format

Print

Identifier

DP0022435

Language

English

Access Status

Open Access

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Document Type

Honors in the Major Thesis

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