1279 cfee70d3-f78f-4e1c-af76-05da10685bbc Divine Energies and Divine Action: Exploring the Essence-Energies Distinction David Bradshaw calibre (8.16.2) [https://calibre-ebook.com] 2023-04-15T04:00:00+00:00 <div> <p>Although the essence-energies distinction is central to Eastern Orthodox theology, it has long been a source of puzzlement and confusion. Through a careful study of its classical, biblical, and patristic sources, David Bradshaw clarifies its meaning and shows how it remains foundational for a properly Christian understanding of the relationship of God to the world. Among the topics covered <br>"David Bradshaw’s 2004 book Aristotle East and West showed him to be the preeminent interpreter of Gregory Palamas in our times. Now, in this latest book, Bradshaw has given us the most compelling and sophisticated account of the essence-energies distinction currently available. Even better than in his previous book, he shows its rootedness in the classical, biblical, and patristic traditions and its ability to resolve problems generated by Western theology and contemporary philosophy of religion. All Christian philosophers and theologians will find here a convincing case that the essence-energies distinction is necessary for a coherent, realist metaphysics or theology."<br>MARK SPENCER , University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota </p> <p>" Divine Energies and Divine Action is the product of consummate patristic scholarship and a powerful and original philosophical intellect. It will be an indispensable prerequisite for engaging the conversation about the energy or activity ( energeia ) of God."<br>BRUCE FOLTZ , Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, Florida</p></div> IOTA Publications B0C9XPKMVY B0C9XPKMVY 9781735295152 1735295159 182630917 pyNw0AEACAAJ eng