Kierkegaard’s reconceptualisation of divine immutability
HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies
Field | Value | |
Title | Kierkegaard’s reconceptualisation of divine immutability | |
Creator | Yang, Peiyi | |
Description | In Søren Kierkegaard’s works, the relationship between the immutability of God and the concepts of time and motion emerges as a central theme. This paper examines how Kierkegaard reconciles the idea of an immutable God with the dynamic process of ‘coming into existence’. Through an exploration of Kierkegaard’s philosophical roots, this study elucidates his understanding of motion and change, delves into his ontological and metaphysical notions of time, and particularly focusses on the ‘moment’ as a synthesis that bridges the eternal God with the individual’s dynamical existence. Kierkegaard’s theory of divine immutability represents a genuine departure from traditional metaphysical thought; comparing his ideas with those of other philosophers would highlight the uniqueness of Kierkegaard’s approach.Contribution: This article aims to analyse the philosophical foundation of God’s immutability through a detailed interpretation of Kierkegaard’s writings, providing a new approach to understanding the movement and immutability of God. | |
Publisher | AOSIS | |
Date | 2024-09-17 | |
Identifier | 10.4102/hts.v80i1.9943 | |
Source | HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies; Vol 80, No 1 (2024); 9 pages 2072-8050 0259-9422 | |
Language | eng | |
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