Embodied souls, ensouled bodies

Embodied souls, ensouled bodies

By Marc Cortez

Book Description

Marc Cortez invites readers into a profound exploration of what it means to be fully human, bridging the ancient wisdom of Christian theology with contemporary insights about the mind and body. Drawing from the influential work of theologian Karl Barth, this thoughtful examination reveals how understanding Jesus Christ becomes the key to unlocking the mysteries of human nature itself.

The journey unfolds in two complementary movements. First, Cortez illuminates Barth's revolutionary approach to understanding humanity, demonstrating how placing Christ at the center transforms our entire perspective on what makes us who we are. This foundation opens new pathways for meaningful dialogue between theology and modern philosophy, particularly regarding the age-old question of how our physical and spiritual dimensions relate to one another.

The second portion applies these theological insights to evaluate current theories about the mind-body relationship. Cortez carefully examines both nonreductive physicalism and holistic dualism, testing each approach against the standard of christological adequacy. Rather than dismissing either scientific or spiritual perspectives, he seeks to discern which frameworks best honor the full complexity of human existence.

This scholarly yet accessible work offers readers a fresh lens for understanding themselves as integrated beings, neither purely physical nor merely spiritual, but wonderfully complex creatures designed for relationship with the divine. For those seeking deeper insight into the nature of human identity and spiritual embodiment, Cortez provides a thoughtful roadmap for navigating these essential questions.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)

📄 Length: 243 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Leib-Seele-Problem
  • ✓ Explore Barth, karl, 1886-1968
  • ✓ Explore Ontologie
  • ✓ Explore Person and offices
  • ✓ Explore Theologische Anthropologie
  • ✓ Explore Theological anthropolgy
  • ✓ Explore Jesus christ, person and offices
  • ✓ Explore Christology

Topics Covered

Leib-Seele-Problem Barth, karl, 1886-1968 Ontologie Person and offices Theologische Anthropologie Theological anthropolgy Jesus christ, person and offices Christology Theological anthropology Christologie Mind and body

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