Description:
Spirit’s Gift is the first book in English devoted to the philosophy of Claude Bruaire (1936-1982). Its focus is the notion of gift, a notion that has recently been the subject of lively debate involving Jacques Derrida, Jean-Luc Marion, Marcel Mauss, and others. What makes Bruaire’s approach to this subject distinctive is that he treats it ontologically. This book critically examines the two main insights that govern Bruaire’s ontology of gift (ontodology). First, gift is being in its spiritual way of being. "Spiritual" in this case does not stand for one quality among others, but, more radically, it is what makes being be itself. Second, being itself (ipsum esse) is gift only because, as Christian Revelation suggests, the fullness proper to pure act is first of all an absolutely free donation in itself and to itself before being donation to another (creation). The coalescence of being, freedom, and spirit grounds the claim that being is gift. Bruaire’s thought is presented in dialogue with his two main sources: German Idealism (Hegel and Schelling) and Christian revelation.Bruaire spent the bulk of his career as a professor at the Sorbonne in Paris. Although not himself a Hegelian, he enjoyed and enjoys great standing as a scholar of and commentator on Hegel’s philosophy. With Marion, Bruaire was a founding member of the French edition of the theological journal Communio, and he was held in high regard by the great Swiss theologian Hans Urs von Balthasar. Bruaire’s metaphysical account of gift also has affinities to that offered by Karol Wojytla---and subsequently developed under his pontificate as John Paul II.While Bruaire’s understanding of gift is decidedly philosophical, it is also of considerable theological interest, bearing as it does upon questions of Trinitarian theology, theological anthropology, and the Catholic sacrament of marriage. Rightly understood, his conception of gift sheds considerable light on the Thomistic understanding of Ipsum esse subsistens. It can also contribute to a philosophical retrieval of the category of causality and to the elucidation of the ontological ground of ethics.
ebook img

Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire PDF

278 Pages·2006·1.003 MB·English
by  Antonio Lopez
#
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire PDF Free - Full Version

by Antonio Lopez| 2006| 278 pages| 1.003| English

Download Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire by Antonio Lopez in PDF format completely FREE. No registration required, no payment needed. Get instant access to this valuable resource on PDFdrive.to!

Free Download PDF

About Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire

Spirit’s Gift is the first book in English devoted to the philosophy of Claude Bruaire (1936-1982). Its focus is the notion of gift, a notion that has recently been the subject of lively debate involving Jacques Derrida, Jean-Luc Marion, Marcel Mauss, and others. What makes Bruaire’s approach to this subject distinctive is that he treats it ontologically. This book critically examines the two main insights that govern Bruaire’s ontology of gift (ontodology). First, gift is being in its spiritual way of being. "Spiritual" in this case does not stand for one quality among others, but, more radically, it is what makes being be itself. Second, being itself (ipsum esse) is gift only because, as Christian Revelation suggests, the fullness proper to pure act is first of all an absolutely free donation in itself and to itself before being donation to another (creation). The coalescence of being, freedom, and spirit grounds the claim that being is gift. Bruaire’s thought is presented in dialogue with his two main sources: German Idealism (Hegel and Schelling) and Christian revelation.Bruaire spent the bulk of his career as a professor at the Sorbonne in Paris. Although not himself a Hegelian, he enjoyed and enjoys great standing as a scholar of and commentator on Hegel’s philosophy. With Marion, Bruaire was a founding member of the French edition of the theological journal Communio, and he was held in high regard by the great Swiss theologian Hans Urs von Balthasar. Bruaire’s metaphysical account of gift also has affinities to that offered by Karol Wojytla---and subsequently developed under his pontificate as John Paul II.While Bruaire’s understanding of gift is decidedly philosophical, it is also of considerable theological interest, bearing as it does upon questions of Trinitarian theology, theological anthropology, and the Catholic sacrament of marriage. Rightly understood, his conception of gift sheds considerable light on the Thomistic understanding of Ipsum esse subsistens. It can also contribute to a philosophical retrieval of the category of causality and to the elucidation of the ontological ground of ethics.

Detailed Information

Author:Antonio Lopez
Publication Year:2006
ISBN:9780813214436
Pages:278
Language:English
File Size:1.003
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Free Books Similar to Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire by Antonio Lopez completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire on my mobile device?

After downloading Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire by Antonio Lopez. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download Spirit's Gift: The Metaphysical Insight of Claude Bruaire PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.

We use cookies

We use cookies to ensure you get the best browsing experience on our website. By clicking "Accept Cookies", you agree that we can store cookies on your device in accordance with our Terms and Privacy.