Angela Tilby Bücher

Until recently little has been known about Evagrius of Pontus. His work on the eight evil thoughts was widely influential in the development of the idea of the Seven Deadly Sins in the Western Spiritual tradition. But those who followed him, from Cassian to Augustine, were more concerned with attributing guilt, and thought in a forensic way. This was very unlike the thought of Evagrius who concerned himself with questions about how to deal with evil thoughts and temptations in a healing way. Each chapter deals with one of the Thoughts, giving the contemporary background, the biblical and theological background, the teaching of Evagrius and what came after, and its relevance for us today.

What can we really know about Jesus of Nazareth, the founder of Christianity? This book, based on the BBC series, reconstructs all the evidence to date about the historical Jesus, through written sources, archaeology, science and computer graphics. This account examines all the claims made about Jesus, his existence, his strange birth, his background and parents, his life and his death.

Exploring the intersection of science and spirituality, this book features contributions from prominent scientists and theologians who delve into the nature of the soul and its relationship with the cosmos. It examines contemporary cosmology and its implications for understanding God and the self, encouraging a dialogue between faith and reason. Through diverse perspectives, the work challenges traditional views and invites readers to reconsider their beliefs in light of modern scientific discoveries.