God of Abraham
Book Description
In this profound exploration of monotheistic faith, philosopher Lenn Evan Goodman bridges the apparent divide between religious devotion and philosophical inquiry. Rather than viewing the God of Abraham and the God of rational thought as separate entities, Goodman presents a compelling case for their fundamental unity.
The heart of this work lies in examining how human values and divine understanding illuminate each other in an ongoing dialogue. Goodman traces this relationship to its biblical origins, focusing particularly on Abraham's pivotal moment during the binding of Isaac. In that crucial decision to spare his son's life, Abraham makes a revolutionary break from ancient traditions that linked violence with the sacred.
This separation of horror from holiness, Goodman argues, represents a transformative moment that purges evil from our conception of the divine. Through this act, Abraham creates the foundation for what would become the Torah's revelation, establishing a framework where human values and divine goodness can work in harmony.
Drawing from Jewish sources alongside philosophical, historical, and anthropological materials, Goodman demonstrates how understanding the relationship between values and monotheism can resolve longstanding theological and ethical questions. His work points toward a moral philosophy that is both genuinely humanistic and deeply rooted in spiritual understanding.
For readers seeking to integrate their spiritual beliefs with rational inquiry, this scholarly yet accessible work offers fresh insights into the nature of divine unity and human purpose.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~10 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Judaism
📄 Length: 364 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Monothéisme
- ✓ Explore Gott
- ✓ Explore Judentum
- ✓ Explore Gotteslehre
- ✓ Explore Dieu
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore Bibel
- ✓ Explore History of doctrines
