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Myśl teologicznoreligijna Gilberta K. Chestertona
Gilbert K. Chesterton on Theology of Religion

Author(s): Piotr Gruszczyński
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Systematic Theology
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe KUL & Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: Gilbert K. Chesterton; theology of religion; mythology; apologetics; Christianity and religions

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the article is to show the place of Christianity among the religions and their relations in the thought of Gilbert K. Chesterton, poet, writer and Christian apologist. He wasn't an academic theologian and religion scholar, but his analysis are detailed, revealing his clarity of mind and ability to formulate accurate conclusions. Chesterton, in some way, have been ahead of his time. Although his evaluation of religious phenomena is often severe, he notices – showing the mechanism of it – the fullfilment of the religions in Christianity.

  • Issue Year: 68/2021
  • Issue No: 9
  • Page Range: 67-84
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: Polish
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