Fragments
Book Description
In a world where rigid thinking often dominates religious discourse, David Tracy invites readers into a more expansive spiritual landscape through his collection of profound theological essays. This volume explores how fragments of insight—whether drawn from art, science, philosophy, or contemplative practice—can break open closed systems of belief and lead us toward deeper encounters with the Infinite.
Tracy's interdisciplinary approach weaves together insights from mathematics, physics, literature, psychoanalysis, and non-Western spiritual traditions, creating a rich tapestry of theological reflection. He examines how "the invisible" manifests across different fields of human inquiry, from scientific discovery to mystical experience. His exploration of Buddhist concepts like "sunyata" or emptiness reveals how contemplative wisdom can inform contemporary spiritual understanding.
The essays address fundamental questions that resonate with anyone on a spiritual journey: How do we make sense of suffering? What role does ambiguity play in authentic faith? How can fragments of beauty and truth transcend their particular origins to speak universally? Tracy demonstrates how psychoanalytic insights from thinkers like Freud and Lacan can illuminate religious experience in unexpected ways.
Rather than offering simple answers, this collection embraces the complexity and plurality that characterize modern spiritual life. Tracy shows how embracing fragments—incomplete yet powerful glimpses of truth—can open us to difference, mystery, and the transformative encounter with Infinity that lies at the heart of genuine religious experience.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~11 hours)
📄 Length: 408 pages
What You'll Discover
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- ✓ Explore Th©♭ologie chr©♭tienne
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- ✓ Explore Pluralisme th©♭ologique
