A Hunger for Wholeness, A: Soul, Space, and Transcendence
by
Ilia, OSF Delio
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Jesuit scientist Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, a keen observer of nature, posited two types of energy in the universe: tangential energy/energy of attraction, and radial energy/energy of transcendence -- in other words, love and consciousness, which correspond to the inner and outer dimensions of nature, respectively. Moreover, as theologian Ilia Delio points out, nature is never at rest ; indeed, 'nature [is] on a continuous trajectory of transcendence.' 'The Big Bang universe is a story of space but it is also a story of consciousness and love.' How are the inner universe and the other universe related? 'Is the inner universe the key to nature's transcendence?' she asks. 'Is science disclosing a new role for consciousness and thus a new role for spiritual transformation?' The author builds not only on the thought of Teilhard and others but also on the findings of quantum physics to deliver a thought-provoking, deeply insightful reflection on the relationship of God, humanity, and nature in an ever-evolving cosmos.
“Nature [is] on a continuous trajectory of transcendence.” Building not only on the thought of Teilhard and others but also on the findings of quantum physics, this is a reflection on the relationship of God, humanity, and nature in an ever-evolving cosmos.
Kindle Edition, 128 pages
Published April 2nd 2018 by Paulist Press™
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Nov 03, 2019David E. Schutt rated it it was amazing
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When I began reading de Chardin I found myself somewhat uncomfortable. I found that I had to learn how to read him. But he real awakening was when I realized that he was filled with optimism. It became my inner escape from conditioned institutional pessimism of my past life. Not long after that I had what he refers to as a "jolt". He said that, "we have jolts in life and if they don't kill us, we will never be the same again" . Ten years ago my son, his wife, kids and I visited family I had never met. During our first few days we met relative after relative. One day. Something inexplicable happened. A 28 year old cousin of my daughter in law's when introduced to me, kissed me. When we looked at each other, I said, " it seems as though we have known each other for a very long time. " we spent the rest of our visit exploring the ramifications of this. I felt "vested or cloaked with Sophia. So powerful her presence came to me in that kiss. We, "breathed the other in". We sat in a group of four one morning having coffee. I ask what their experience of all this was. They told me Love and a very powerful Energy. From that experience I extracted my theme, F < Energy x Love > 1~. Force (Sophia) gives us Energy x Love, giving us unity, equality and non duality exponentially to an infinite power. I have lived this inner presence of Sophia since then. I'm a contemplative, I journal and read spiritually every day as well as meditate using Centering Prayer. As a deacon I became a thorn in the side of clericalism. I am a radical, progressive, and paradoxical Catholic. Last May I was told by our Parish priest that I was not needed. "I understand completely" I told him. He opened the door and I walked out .. We have a small group who meet every Monday for Centering Prayer. If it were not for spiritual books like this one, and others like Richard Rohr, Cynthia Bourgeault, and others, we would have little hope of connection. from our corner of the world in Wasilla Alaska, Thank you so much. Finally I want to affirm a quote from an ancient sufi, Hafiz, " I remember well the day that God(dess) ran up and kisssed me!) (less)
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Mar 17, 2021Becky rated it it was amazing
An wonderful little book by a fascinating person. What perspective!
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울트라 휴머니즘 - 지구 공동체 의식을 갖는 인간으로
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Feb 06, 2019Swood rated it really liked it
My friends Chuck Hoffman and Peg Carlson-Hoffman recommended I read this book. They are acquainted with the author, Ilia Delio.
It's a small book, packed with big ideas and she does a fine job of moving though them logically and persuasively. The conclusion she reaches is powerful and a guide for our times, our future -- that we are all connected, not just with each other, but with all things. And that if we come together we can take what it means to be human to the next level -- of consciousness? of transcendence? As explored by Teilhard de Chardin, explained by Bergson and others. She quotes dozens and dozens of thinkers -- again in nicely plotted support of her logic.
“If we want a different world, we must become different people.” .... “We must either unify or annihilate.”
I was nearly derailed early on, as I feel like she skips two crucial definitions; that of the terms “religion” and “love.” (Finally on pg 95, she offers up a definition of love, but I wish she'd done so much much sooner)
And I felt like she was speaking almost entirely from the Christian tradition/framework; although she did eventually invite other faiths into the discussion (Buddhism). As such, my own biases got in the way of the reading .... yet she did finally bring me around convincingly to her POV.
I feel like physicists, such as an Alan Lightman, might not allow her to make the leap from the revelations of “quantum physics” to consciousness -- but she actually does a pretty good job of building a case for that leap. Of course, all that stuff is beyond my grasp ... but its in my own nature to try.
A worthy and thought-provoking read. I will likely have to read it again. What she is arguing for, hoping for will need constant refreshing in this chaotic world in which we live. One might argue however, that we need to experience the level of chaos we're in now in order to see the path forward. (less)
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울트라 휴머니즘 - 지구 공동체 의식을 갖는 인간으로
여해와함께2021-06-15
원제 : A Hunger for Wholeness (2018년)
212쪽
목차
추천의 말
한국의 독자들에게
서론
1장 우주와 공간
중세영혼의 공간
근대성과 신의 죽음
마음먹기에 달린 문제
2장 팽창하는 우주
펼쳐지는 공간
단력 있는 우주
물질과 에너지
양자얽힘
3장 물질에 정신을 돌려줌
물질에 의식이 있는가?
의식이 모든 것의 근거인가?
떼이야르가 제안한 두가지 에너지
4장 영혼과 우주
종교와 진화
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5장 예수, 새로운 인간
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진화는 생명으로의 부활
6장 디지털 인간
기술의 향상
기술과 생물학
사이버스페이스의 급증
종교와 트랜스휴머니즘
기술과 초월의 필요
앙리 베르그송과 근본적인 타자
7장 신비, 정신과 물질
눈에 보이지 않는 현실
뇌의 각성
자아를 넘어
정신과 감취진 질서
내면에 있는 외적 공간
8장 행성화
하느님의 창조적 활동
내적 우주의 우위
신비주의와 사상
정신권
울트라휴머니즘
호개인적인 미래
세계 종교와 수렴
결론
접기
책속에서
첫문장
1915년 봄, 지그문트 프로이트(Sigmund Freud, 1856~1939)는 빈 대학에서 2년 동안 계속될 '정신분석 입문' 강의를 시작했따.
저자 및 역자소개
일리아 델리오 (지은이)
저자파일
신간알리미 신청
워싱턴 D.C.에 위치한 워싱턴 연합신학원 교회사 교수이며 영성 연구 책임자이다. 저서로는 『사랑 가득한 마음 아씨시 클라라의 영성』, 『십자가에 못 박힌 사랑: 십자가에 못 박히신 그리스도에 대한 성 보나벤투라의 신비주의』, 『간추린 보나벤투라: 그의 삶, 사상, 저작 개괄』등이 있다.
최근작 : <울트라 휴머니즘>,<프란치스칸 기도> … 총 3종 (모두보기)
맹영선 (옮긴이)
저자파일
신간알리미 신청
식품화학과 환경신학을 공부한 뒤 지구와 우리 자신을 위해 실제 무엇을 어떻게 해야 하는지 계속 공부하고 있다. 토마스 베리의 《지구의 꿈》, 《우주 이야기》, 《생태 영성》을 우리말로 옮겼다. 포럼 지구와 사람의 ‘토마스 베리 강좌’에서 토마스 베리가 던진 우리 시대에 던진 질문에 어떻게 함께 대답할 것인지 함께 공부하고 있다.
최근작 : <지구별 생태사상가>,<암을 예방하는 식물성 식품>,<생태학적 시대의 식품과 건강> … 총 10종 (모두보기)
212쪽
목차
추천의 말
한국의 독자들에게
서론
1장 우주와 공간
중세영혼의 공간
근대성과 신의 죽음
마음먹기에 달린 문제
2장 팽창하는 우주
펼쳐지는 공간
단력 있는 우주
물질과 에너지
양자얽힘
3장 물질에 정신을 돌려줌
물질에 의식이 있는가?
의식이 모든 것의 근거인가?
떼이야르가 제안한 두가지 에너지
4장 영혼과 우주
종교와 진화
생명의 도약
오메가의 플라톤적 뿌리
버진 포인트
5장 예수, 새로운 인간
하느님과 자연
사이보그로서의 예수
한 인간으로서의 예수
양자 부활
진화는 생명으로의 부활
6장 디지털 인간
기술의 향상
기술과 생물학
사이버스페이스의 급증
종교와 트랜스휴머니즘
기술과 초월의 필요
앙리 베르그송과 근본적인 타자
7장 신비, 정신과 물질
눈에 보이지 않는 현실
뇌의 각성
자아를 넘어
정신과 감취진 질서
내면에 있는 외적 공간
8장 행성화
하느님의 창조적 활동
내적 우주의 우위
신비주의와 사상
정신권
울트라휴머니즘
호개인적인 미래
세계 종교와 수렴
결론
접기
책속에서
첫문장
1915년 봄, 지그문트 프로이트(Sigmund Freud, 1856~1939)는 빈 대학에서 2년 동안 계속될 '정신분석 입문' 강의를 시작했따.
저자 및 역자소개
일리아 델리오 (지은이)
저자파일
신간알리미 신청
워싱턴 D.C.에 위치한 워싱턴 연합신학원 교회사 교수이며 영성 연구 책임자이다. 저서로는 『사랑 가득한 마음 아씨시 클라라의 영성』, 『십자가에 못 박힌 사랑: 십자가에 못 박히신 그리스도에 대한 성 보나벤투라의 신비주의』, 『간추린 보나벤투라: 그의 삶, 사상, 저작 개괄』등이 있다.
최근작 : <울트라 휴머니즘>,<프란치스칸 기도> … 총 3종 (모두보기)
맹영선 (옮긴이)
저자파일
신간알리미 신청
식품화학과 환경신학을 공부한 뒤 지구와 우리 자신을 위해 실제 무엇을 어떻게 해야 하는지 계속 공부하고 있다. 토마스 베리의 《지구의 꿈》, 《우주 이야기》, 《생태 영성》을 우리말로 옮겼다. 포럼 지구와 사람의 ‘토마스 베리 강좌’에서 토마스 베리가 던진 우리 시대에 던진 질문에 어떻게 함께 대답할 것인지 함께 공부하고 있다.
최근작 : <지구별 생태사상가>,<암을 예방하는 식물성 식품>,<생태학적 시대의 식품과 건강> … 총 10종 (모두보기)
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