Sacred Gaia: Holistic Theology and Earth System Science

by Anne Primavesi

Overview

Gaia, the scientific theory founded by James Lovelock in 1979, embraces the earth as a whole, dynamic entity whose sum is always larger than its parts. While science and theology are often seen as contraries, which negate or dilute one another, Gaia theory harmonizes both systems of thought. Sacred Gaia cogently describes Gaia theory's analysis of human and earthly evolution. Anne Primavesi's remarkable, effortlessly coherent book helps us to recognize the sacredness of our origins and our responsibility for the future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781136933035
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/11/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	224
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Dr Anne Primavesi is former Research Fellow in Environmental Theology at the University of Bristol.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 A single evolutionary process; Chapter 2 Coevolutionary organisms; Chapter 3 Description and distinction; Chapter 4 Contemporary theological circuits; Chapter 5 Evolutionary description; Chapter 6 Poietic process; Chapter 7 Justice and judgment; Chapter 8 Justice North and South; Chapter 9 Freedom for theology; Chapter 10 Freedom from competition; Chapter 11 Women and the ordering of Nature; Chapter 12 The ordering of God; Chapter 13 Life as gift event; Chapter 14 Sacred gift;

Editorial Reviews

'Sacred Gaia offers a number of deep insights and challenges to Christians and to all those who are concerned with the environment. The book is interesting and thought-provoking and is worth careful consideration.' - Green Christians

'This is a remarkable book ...' - Edward James

'I recommend this book to Friends interested in deepening their faith.' - Helen Fraser, The Friend

'This is a piece of visionary science and 'earthed' theology, taking the reader on a breathtaking tour of vast spheres of knowledge ... A challenging read in both senses: hard work, mind-stretching material, and opening up new vistas for a neglected area of theological thinking.' - Peter Selby, Theology

''She maps out this vast and alarming territory clearly in this vigorous and helpful book.' - Mary Midgley, The Tablet

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