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Number of Pages
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Age Group
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Language
English
Book Summary
This is a foundational non-fiction philosophical treatise that probes faith, choice, and sacrifice through a decisive biblical moment. Written by Søren Kierkegaard under the pseudonym Johannes de silentio, it examines the leap of faith as a solitary, transformative commitment that tests the boundaries between ethics and belief. Ideal for readers interested in philosophy, theology, religious studies, and existential questions, the tone is challenging, intimate, and thought-provoking.
Presented as a concise, argument-driven inquiry, the work uses a single scene from Genesis to explore how absolute devotion can outrun conventional moral rules. The translation includes an introduction by Alastair Hannay, helping place the discussion in historical and philosophical context, making dense ideas accessible to readers new to existentialism while offering depth for seasoned thinkers.
Readers move through tightly focused sections that raise questions rather than provide easy answers. The result is an engaging reading experience that rewards careful thought, invites dialogue in study groups, and prompts personal reflection on belief, duty, and the nature of a truly committed life.
Readers finish with a deeper understanding of how belief and doubt coexist, how personal commitments shape life choices, and how a single decisive moment can influence the whole of a life. The work leaves readers with lasting curiosity, intellectual courage, and a more nuanced perspective on faith, ethics, and responsibility.
Product Details
Author
Soren Kierkegaard
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
176
Language
English
SKU
9780140444490
ISBN
9780140444490
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.8x1x19.7cm
Binding
Hardback
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