Being Human
Bodies, Minds, Persons
by Rowan Williams
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Pub Date 15 Mar 2018 | Archive Date 19 May 2018
SPCK | SPCK Publishing
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Description
What is human consciousness? Is the mind a machine? What makes us persons? How can we find the path to human maturity?
These are among the fundamental questions that former Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams, helps us to think about in ‘Being Human’. This deeply engaging book is an exploration of what it means to be human and the examination of human consciousness from a Christian perspective.
‘Being Human’ ends with a brief but profound meditation on the person of Christ, where Rowan Williams invites us to consider how, through Christ, 'our humanity in all its variety, in all its vulnerability, has been taken into the heart of the divine life'. This book by Rowan Williams sparks interesting discussion on human consciousness and a balanced examination of human nature whilst touching on Christian theological philosophy. Like previous books by the former Archbishop of Canterbury, ‘Being Human’ is concisely written and thought-provoking. Readers will find the reflection and critique on consciousness illuminating.
Although aimed at Christians, with discussion questions for personal or group use at the end of each chapter, ‘Being Human’ is a book that readers of all religious persuasions will find both challenging and highly rewarding.
Advance Praise
· In Being Human, Rowan Williams, one of today’s most brilliant and profound thinkers, has produced a rich and thought-provoking meditation on the themes of consciousness, language, relationship, speech, silence and what it is to be a person. A marvellous and moving work: philosophical theology at its very best. - Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks
· Through an elegant exploration of the nature of human consciousness Being Human convincingly debunks current discourse about the value of autonomy as the foundation of self-confidence, restoring human narrative and relationships to the heart of our being. A fascinating book, worthy of reflection and discussion. - Baroness Sheila Hollins, Emeritus Professor of the psychiatry of learning disability at St George's, University of London
· 'Rowan William's most striking characteristics are his humanity and his fine intellect. Here he uses both gifts quite brilliantly to illuminate what it means to be human. A stimulating collection of provocative yet reassuring essays. A gift from an exceptional man.' - Baroness Helena Kennedy QC, FRSA, Chair of Justice – the UK section of the International Commission of Jurists
· Williams never disappoints: his reflections on such important topics as the nature of consciousness, how we view time, and the wisdom of silence make vital reading. - Iain McGilchrist, author of The Master and his Emissary
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9780281079766 |
| PRICE | £10.99 (GBP) |
