This book offers a short exposition of the thought of Jürgen Habermas, one of the most authoritative philosophers and sociologists of our time, and chiefly a precise reconstruction of his conception of religion. Though maintaining the postulate of methodical atheism, in the last twelve years Habermas has shown a more positive attitude to religion, culminating in the 2004 public debate with Joseph Ratzinger. He has acknowledged the enduring social relevance of religions, the contribute of believers to political debate in a post-secular society, as well as the limits of secular rationality. The book argues that, in order to be open to the possible truth of religious beliefs, his theory of rationality should be changed in such a way as to enable it to develop an appropriate philosophy of religion.
Lettura di Habermas. Filosofia e religione nella società post-secolare
CUNICO, GERARDO
2009-01-01
Abstract
This book offers a short exposition of the thought of Jürgen Habermas, one of the most authoritative philosophers and sociologists of our time, and chiefly a precise reconstruction of his conception of religion. Though maintaining the postulate of methodical atheism, in the last twelve years Habermas has shown a more positive attitude to religion, culminating in the 2004 public debate with Joseph Ratzinger. He has acknowledged the enduring social relevance of religions, the contribute of believers to political debate in a post-secular society, as well as the limits of secular rationality. The book argues that, in order to be open to the possible truth of religious beliefs, his theory of rationality should be changed in such a way as to enable it to develop an appropriate philosophy of religion.
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