Searching for a Distant God
Book Description
In this thought-provoking exploration of divine understanding, Kenneth Seeskin creates a fascinating dialogue that bridges centuries of theological thought. Through an imaginative conversation with the renowned medieval philosopher Maimonides, readers witness how ancient wisdom engages with both classical Greek philosophy and later Christian theological developments.
Seeskin guides readers through the intricate landscape of monotheistic belief, revealing how our understanding of the divine intersects with fundamental questions about creation, knowledge, and human limitations. The book demonstrates how Maimonides drew from the philosophical traditions of Plato, Aristotle, and Plotinus while later thinkers like Aquinas, Kant, and Hegel challenged and refined these ideas.
What emerges is a rich tapestry of intellectual inquiry that transcends religious boundaries. While rooted in Jewish philosophical tradition, the questions explored here resonate deeply with Christian thought and speak to anyone grappling with the nature of divine reality. Seeskin illuminates how monotheism presents both profound insights and challenging paradoxes that continue to shape spiritual understanding today.
This work offers readers a unique opportunity to engage with timeless questions about God and faith through the lens of rigorous philosophical inquiry. Whether you approach from an academic interest in religious philosophy or a personal quest for deeper spiritual understanding, this book provides valuable insights into the ongoing human search for divine truth.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Judaism
📄 Length: 252 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Contributions in the doctrine of God
- ✓ Explore God (Judaism)
- ✓ Explore Maimonides, moses, 1135-1204
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Explore History of doctrines
- ✓ Explore Judaism
- ✓ Explore Religion
