A Theology of the Sublime

by Clayton Crockett

A Theology of the Sublime is the first major response to the influential and controversial Radical Orthodoxy movement.
Clayton Crockett develops a constructive radical theology from the philosophy of Immanuel Kant - a philosophy attacked by Radical Orthodoxy - to show Kant's relevance to postmodern philosophy and contemporary theology.

Genres: Philosophy, Religion, Theology

156 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

Clayton Crockett is Associate Professor and Director of Religious Studies at the University of Central Arkansas. His specialization is postmodern theology and Continental Philosophy of Religion. He lives in Conway, Arkansas with his wife Vicki and two children.

Reviews

[Sam Eccleston · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the few works that achieves a balance between complexity, erudition, and good judgement. So many works that do justice to the complexity and subtlety of a subject like this are shrouded in redundant jargon and contrived, convoluted syntax. By contrast this is both deep and readable. Similarly, the mystical obscurity that so many thinkers seem to enjoy wallowing in permits them frankly unjustified exaggerations; Crockett consistently avoids such leaps of judgement- displaying a kind of common sense which is arguably pretty rare among those with a gift for abstract thought. These features, as well as the importance of the subject matter, make this a fascinating work, but just as valuable, to me, is his broadside against the Neo-Medievalism of Radical Orthodoxy in defence of a Neo-Kantian alternative. Great stuff.

[Kev · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is amazing. Crockett's grasp & depth of field regarding 19th & 20th century continental philosophy, linguistics, aesthetics, phenomenology, ontolgy, hermeneutics & theology makes for exciting and deeply moving reading. I got so much out of my first reading & I'm rereading it again. He is not shy about conftonting deeply unsettling conclusions BUT that is precisely why I like this book so much.

His critical rereading of Kant through post-modern deconstructivist masters is inspired. If you've never dealt in philosophy or deep theology this is a very good trailblazer for you.

Enjoy.