LANGUAGE, DESIRE, AND THEOLOGY: A GENEALOGY OF THE WILL TO SPEAK
Book Description
In this intellectually rigorous exploration, Noelle Vahanian bridges the worlds of theology and contemporary critical theory to examine how language shapes our spiritual understanding. Drawing from major continental philosophers including Gilles Deleuze, Roland Barthes, Jacques Derrida, and Julia Kristeva, she crafts a fresh theological perspective on the nature of communication and expression.
The work traces a rich intellectual lineage, engaging with foundational thinkers from Plato and Aristotle through Augustine and Aquinas, extending to modern voices like Luther, Descartes, Kierkegaard, and Camus. Through careful analysis of these diverse sources, Vahanian investigates what she terms "the will to speak" and its profound implications for theological thought.
This scholarly yet accessible study reveals how our desire to communicate intersects with our spiritual longings and religious understanding. By applying insights from secular theological thought, the author illuminates new pathways for comprehending the relationship between human expression and divine encounter.
Rather than offering simple answers, this book invites readers into a sophisticated dialogue about how language both reveals and conceals spiritual truth. Those drawn to the intersection of philosophy and faith will find here a thoughtful examination of how our words, desires, and theological convictions interweave to shape our spiritual journey.
At 126 pages, this focused study provides depth without overwhelming complexity, making contemporary critical theory accessible to serious spiritual seekers.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)
📄 Length: 126 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore General
- ✓ Explore Christianisme
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
- ✓ Explore Language and languages, religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Kritische Theorie
- ✓ Explore Theologie
- ✓ Explore Language and languages
