covenant tradition in politics, The
Book Description
In this comprehensive exploration of political philosophy and spiritual tradition, Daniel Judah Elazar examines how covenant-based thinking has shaped Western civilization and continues to influence modern democratic societies. Drawing from centuries of religious and political development, this scholarly work reveals the profound connections between spiritual principles and civic life.
Elazar guides readers through the evolution of covenantal thought, beginning with its Protestant Reformation roots and tracing its transformation into the civil society frameworks we recognize today. The author demonstrates how covenant traditions have provided a foundation for communal solidarity and democratic governance, offering insights that remain relevant in our postmodern era.
Through detailed analysis of diverse examples including Biblical Israel, Swiss political culture, Northern Italy, and the Latin-Germanic borderlands, the book illuminates how covenantal principles have manifested across different societies and historical periods. Rather than viewing these as purely hierarchical or organic systems, Elazar argues for recognizing the covenantal thread that runs throughout Western political tradition.
This final volume in Elazar's extensive series on covenant tradition offers readers a deeper understanding of how spiritual concepts have influenced political structures and social organization. For those interested in the intersection of faith and governance, this work provides valuable perspective on how ancient wisdom continues to inform contemporary discussions about community, democracy, and civil society.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~11 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Comparative Religion
📄 Length: 404 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religion and politics
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Civil society
- ✓ Explore Political aspects
- ✓ Explore History of doctrines
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Covenants
- ✓ Explore Covenants
- ✓ Explore Political science, history
