Pluralism The Future of Religion [Paperback]

Theology of religions has defaulted in the last two decades to an epicyclic inclusivism which seeks to undermine pluralism with claims that it is covertly triumphalistic and that it mirrors the logic of exclusivism. With the exception of pioneers in the field such as John Hick and Paul Knitter, most major figures in this theological field have retreated from pluralism and promote versions of particularism and inclusivism.Pluralism: The Future of Religionargues for an apophatic pluralism that is motivated by the insight that it is impossible to secure universal assent for changeable bodies of religious teachings. This insight implies the non-finality and consequent 'departicularization' of all religious teachings and their inclusivistic defenses. These conclusions point us inevitably toward pluralism and lead us out of the inclusivistic impasse of contemporary theology in religions.

Kenneth RosesPluralism: The Future of Religionis one of the most important works to appear in the theology of religions in nearly two decades. Evocatively written, rhetorically effective, deftly argued, remarkably lucid, theologically nuanced, and even spiritually discerning, the book launches a full-scale attack on exclusivistic and inclusivistic versions of particularism, the view that one particular religion is absolute, universal, unsurpassable, and superior to all the others & I cannot recommendPluralism: The Future of Religionstrongly enough. American Journal of Theology and Philosophy

In this passionate and erudite book, Rose mounts a forceful defense of pluralism. [&] The book debunks all criticism against pluralism and asserts that it is the only viable model for our globalized world. [&] Rose has written a remarkable scholarly book on one of the most debated topics in the study of religion, which is likely to draw much scholarly attention. The pluralist position is here to stay! Journal of Ecumenical Studies

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