Hent de Vries Livres

Exploring the interplay between ethics, politics, and identity, this work examines whether violence is an inherent aspect of our moral and political choices. By integrating religious and theological concepts, it challenges conventional moralism and offers fresh perspectives on the relationship between religion and violence. The text presents a philosophical dialogue from Kant to Derrida, encouraging a systematic engagement with both religion and philosophy, and invites readers to reconsider the implications of violence in their ethical frameworks.

The book examines the resurgence of religion in contemporary philosophy and its implications for Western secular modernity. Hent de Vries explores the philosophical lineage from Kant to Heidegger, emphasizing the influence of French phenomenology, particularly the works of Levinas, Marion, and Derrida. Through Derrida's analysis, the study highlights the complex relationship between Western philosophy and its religious roots, revealing how philosophical inquiry can uncover unexpected connections with religious discourse and challenge long-held metaphysical assumptions.

The English-language edition features significant revisions and updates from the acclaimed German version, enhancing its content and accessibility for a wider audience. The author's commitment to improving the work ensures that readers can engage with the material in a fresh and relevant way.

By reorienting our perception of these enduring phenomena, the contributors to this volume inspire new applications for love and forgiveness in an increasingly globalized and no longer quite secular world. By examining how we have used--and misused--these concepts, the authors advance a better understanding of their ability to unite different individuals and emerging groups around a shared engagement for freedom and equality, peace and solidarity.