1st Edition

The Concept of Holiness

By O.R. Jones Copyright 1961
200 Pages
by Routledge

200 Pages
by Routledge

200 Pages
by Routledge

The Concept of Holiness (1961) examines one of the most distinctively religious concepts in the sphere of Hebrew and Christian belief. The intimate connections between this concept and the associate notions of fear, power, separatedness, wholeness and goodness are carefully unfolded, and the analysis shows that in none of its connections can holiness be fairly understood unless reference is... Read more

1. Introduction  2. Is Holiness a Quality?  3. Fear of the Holy  4. The Power of Holiness  5. Will-power and Love  6. Holiness or Wholeness?  7. Separatedness  8. Holiness and Moral Goodness  9. ‘Holiness’, ‘God’ and ‘Divine Personality’  10. Divine Personality and the Perfect Vision  11. Conclusion

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‘An able and illuminating discussion of the most controversial topic in contemporary philosophy.’ Adelphi

‘A most attractive book… The freshness of the author’s imagination makes his writing always entertaining.’ Mind

‘Thoroughly recommended to students.’ Times Literary Supplement

‘Packed with thought; it covers an incredible amount of ground; it is a book that will make a difference in philosophy.’ Church Times