Deep Incarnation and Ecological Theology
Insights from the Work of James Denis Edwards
by Francis Agbokou
Hardback (Published)
(July 2025)
ISBN: 9781923385832
5.94 x 9.02 inches
Price: $36.95
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In recent decades, ecological language has increasingly entered theological discourse. While this might seem obvious, integrating ecological concepts into theology is far from self-evident. In the English-speaking world, a distinct field of research-ecotheology-has emerged, inviting renewed reflection on the relationship between faith and creation. Australian theologian James Denis Edwards has made a notable contribution to this field by drawing on the concept of Deep Incarnation, first introduced by Danish theologian Niels Henrik Gregersen. Originally a christological category, it seeks to address the classical question Cur Deus caro? while fostering dialogue between science and theology, particularly in the context of evolutionary thought. For Edwards, Deep Incarnation implies that the Incarnation of the Logos embraces not only human flesh but the whole of created reality. In extending Christology to encompass all creation, his work offers a theological framework where Incarnation and ecology are intimately connected, revealing the cosmos as imbued with divine presence.
In recent decades, ecological language has increasingly entered theological discourse. While this might seem obvious, integrating ecological concepts into theology is far from self-evident. In the English-speaking world, a distinct field of research-ecotheology-has emerged, inviting renewed reflection on the relationship between faith and creation. Australian theologian James Denis Edwards has made a notable contribution to this field by drawing on the concept of Deep Incarnation, first introduced by Danish theologian Niels Henrik Gregersen. Originally a christological category, it seeks to address the classical question Cur Deus caro? while fostering dialogue between science and theology, particularly in the context of evolutionary thought. For Edwards, Deep Incarnation implies that the Incarnation of the Logos embraces not only human flesh but the whole of created reality. In extending Christology to encompass all creation, his work offers a theological framework where Incarnation and ecology are intimately connected, revealing the cosmos as imbued with divine presence.
- By (author) Francis Agbokou
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