BIBLICAL RELIGION AND THE SEARCH FOR ULTIMATE REALITY

BIBLICAL RELIGION AND THE SEARCH FOR ULTIMATE REALITY
Author: Paul Tillich
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
Edition: 1955
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 85
Size: 4 inch × 7.5 inch

In Biblical Religion and the Search for Ultimate Reality, Paul Tillich, one of the most influential theologians and philosophers of the 20th century, offers a deeply reflective and intellectually rigorous study of how biblical faith relates to humanity’s enduring quest for meaning. Published by the University of Chicago Press in 1955, this 85-page edition is a rich philosophical text distilled into a compact format (4 by 7.5 inches), making it accessible for both scholars and general readers.

Tillich begins by examining the core tenets of biblical religion, not as a system of doctrines or a collection of historical facts, but as a living response to the ultimate concerns of human existence. He explores the concept of “Ultimate Reality”—a term he uses to refer to God or the ground of being—and how biblical language and symbols express humanity’s encounter with this reality.

With clarity and precision, Tillich draws on both philosophical reasoning and theological insight to argue that religion, at its most authentic, is not about belief in supernatural events but about confronting the deepest dimensions of human life. He skillfully navigates themes such as revelation, transcendence, and faith, weaving them into a broader discussion about the role of religion in modern life.

Though brief in length, this work encapsulates many of the foundational ideas Tillich would expand upon in his larger writings, making it an essential entry point for those new to his thought. It also serves as a concise yet profound resource for anyone interested in the convergence of biblical tradition and existential philosophy.

Whether approached as a theological treatise, a work of philosophy, or a spiritual meditation, Biblical Religion and the Search for Ultimate Reality offers timeless insights into the human condition and the search for the divine in a secular age.

• Written by one of the 20th century’s most influential theologians

• Explores the relationship between faith and philosophy

• A compact yet deeply intellectual work on the nature of religious experience

• Ideal for students of theology, philosophy, and religious studies

• Offers a fresh perspective on biblical faith in the context of existential questions