Gene Fendt Reihenfolge der Bücher

Rooted in personal reflection during a time of loss, this work explores the Book of Job through the lens of medieval lectio divina. The author, Dr. Fendt, combines scholarly insights with meditative practices, inviting readers to engage deeply with the text. Each chapter encourages contemplation and prayer, fostering a connection to the enduring tradition of monastic spirituality. This book serves as an invitation to explore the profound themes of suffering and faith, allowing readers to weave their own reflections into the timeless dialogue of Job.

A year into the global pandemic, Gene Fendt shifts the focus of the Western world to a literary classic that offers crucial insights. He argues that civilization cannot aspire to improvement until it first survives. Citing Thomas Merton's view that Camus' narrative serves as a “modern myth about the destiny of man,” Fendt highlights the pervasive “ambiguous and false explanations” that plague contemporary society, asserting that “modernity itself is a time of plague.” He notes that the originality of this modern plague lies in the fact that many people exhibit no symptoms, drawing a chilling parallel to asymptomatic Covid-19 victims. Fendt explores the existentialist themes in Camus’ work through a lens of realism, emphasizing Camus’ critique of nihilistic art and culture as “barbaric.” He provocatively labels the barbarian as a natural slave, suggesting that those swayed by prevailing powers without understanding have become worse than ignorant. Beyond interpreting the narrative as a myth, Fendt delves into autobiographical elements that reveal Camus’ artistic evolution. He challenges the notion of labeling Camus an atheist, arguing that such a classification undermines his artistic integrity. This exploration also contributes significantly to the political philosophical discourse on solidarity.