Faith and Reason Reconciled: Idealistic Philosophy for Practitioners
Quantum physics today reveals the limitations of the materialist world view. Nor was materialism ever suited to answering life's big questions. On the other hand, spiritual people struggle to reconcile ancient creation myths and conceptions of God with a rational worldview.
The book "Faith and Reason Reconciled" develops a contemporary idealist philosophy aimed at resolving this conflict-one that integrates modern science, Christian and Eastern wisdom, and the experiential insights of spiritual masters. It shows how the apparent contradictions between our Christian faith, our spirituality and our intellect, can be resolved. The unfolding of the world within the absolute consciousness is described as the common core of religions-a modern Genesis emerges. The world model developed from a few premises describes the levels of our spiritual, psychic, physical, social, and political existence. It enables Christians and spiritually oriented people to integrate their beliefs into a coherent framework that satisfies their reason. For practitioners in therapy, management or education, numerous applications of the world model can be derived. For psychologists and sociologists, a differentiated action model emerges. Philosophers who are familiar with the Hegelian dialectic will be surprised by its extension.
This book is intended for anyone who recognizes the primacy of consciousness over matter-whether in a metaphysical sense or at least on a psychological level. It requires no prior knowledge of philosophy, but it does require a love of truth, a joy in abstraction, and the confidence to think independently. It helps readers develop greater resilience, a greater sense of purpose in life, and a deeper understanding of the world.
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