Topics in Education, the first publication of his 1959 lectures, follows Lonergan on his early explorations of human development, studies the theories ofJean Piaget and others, and concludes with his own original ideas in the realms of ethics, art, and history.
Focusing on the early philosophical and theological explorations of Lonergan, this volume provides essential insights into his foundational ideas. Understanding these initial forays is vital for accurately evaluating his life's work and contributions to speculative thought. The text delves into the complexities of Lonergan's theories, offering a comprehensive perspective that enriches the reader's grasp of his intellectual journey.
A Third Collection contains fifteen papers, written between 1974 and 1982, and includes some of his most important shorter writings such as Prolegomena to the Study of the Emerging Religious Consciousness of Our Time and Natural Right and Historical Mindedness.
Verbum: Word and Idea in Aquinas is a product of Lonergan's eleven years of study of the thought of Thomas Aquinas. Here he interprets aspects in the writing of Aquinas relevant to trinitarian theory and one of the principal aims is to assist the reader in the search to understand the workings of the human mind.
Collection contains short works that span Lonergan's work from 1943 to 1965. The papers deal with scientific, mathematical, theological, and philosophical questions.
For the edition of A Second Collection prepared for the Collected Works of Bernard Lonergan, editors Robert M. Doran and John D. Dadosky have added archival materials directly related to almost every one of the papers, bringing the reader closer to the original compositions.
This is a reprint of the 1973 edition. A new annotated edition of Method in Theology will be published eventually as a part of the Collected Works of Bernard Lonergan.
This collection features fifteen significant papers by Bernard Lonergan, written between 1974 and 1982, showcasing his exploration of love and consciousness. Key writings, such as "Prolegomena to the Study of the Emerging Religious Consciousness of Our Time," highlight themes of community and authentic subjectivity, reflecting a shift in focus from his earlier cognitional theories. The volume serves as a valuable resource for understanding Lonergan's evolving thought while providing relevant archival references for deeper consultation.
In order to correctly assess Lonergan's life's work, it is crucial to have a familiarity with his early forays into speculative philosophical and theological matters, as presented in this volume.