The Owl of Minerva: Reflections on the Theological Significance of Mary Midgley
This paper offers a theologically-orientated examination of some core themes of the works of the philosopher Mary Midgley (1919-2018), identifying areas of possible theological exploration and development. Particular attention is paid to her critique of the reductionist strategies of writers such as...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley-Blackwell
[2020]
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Heythrop journal
Year: 2020, Volume: 61, Issue: 5, Pages: 852-864 |
| RelBib Classification: | AB Philosophy of religion; criticism of religion; atheism FA Theology TK Recent history VA Philosophy |
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| Summary: | This paper offers a theologically-orientated examination of some core themes of the works of the philosopher Mary Midgley (1919-2018), identifying areas of possible theological exploration and development. Particular attention is paid to her critique of the reductionist strategies of writers such as Richard Dawkins, her development of the ‘mapping’ metaphor for engaging complex issues, and her emphasis on the critical role of philosophy. Although the paper offers some brief examples of theological issues which are illuminated by Midgley’s philosophical approach (such as soteriological mapping), the primary purpose of the paper is to highlight the theological hospitality that it offers. |
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| ISSN: | 1468-2265 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: Heythrop journal
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1111/heyj.13618 |