Paul Tillich
14 books
About the Author
Paul Tillich was a renowned German-American theologian and philosopher whose profound explorations of faith, existence, and the human condition profoundly shaped 20th-century thought. Born in 1886 in Starzeddel, Prussia, he served as a chaplain during World War I, an experience that deepened his reflections on the divine amid suffering. Fleeing Nazi persecution in 1933, Tillich emigrated to the United States, where he taught at Union Theological Seminary and Harvard Divinity School, blending existentialism with Christian theology in works that addressed the 'ultimate concern' of modern life. His writings, including the seminal 'The Eternal Now,' offer timeless insights into the eternal dimensions of the present moment, urging readers to confront anxiety and seek meaning in a secular age. Tillich's legacy endures as a bridge between philosophy and spirituality, influencing countless thinkers and believers.
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