tillich

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Paul Tillich: A 20th-century German-American theologian and philosopher known for his work in existential theology and his exploration of the relationship between faith and culture.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The theologian Tillich wrote extensively about the concept of God as the "ground of being."
    • Many students of philosophy read Tillich's book "The Courage to Be."
Advanced Usage
  • "Tillichian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the theological ideas of Paul Tillich.
    • The professor's analysis offered a Tillichian perspective on modern art and religion.
Variants and Related Words
  • Theology (n): The study of the nature of God and religious belief.
  • Existentialism (n): A philosophical theory emphasizing individual existence, freedom, and choice, which influenced Tillich's work.
Synonyms
  • Theologian: A person who engages in the study of theology.
  • Philosopher: A person engaged in the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values.
Related Phrases

  • "Ground of Being": A central concept in Tillich's theology, describing God not as a being among beings but as the fundamental basis of existence itself.

    • Tillich argued that God should be understood as the ground of being.

  • "The Courage to Be": The title of one of Tillich's most famous works, dealing with anxiety and faith in the modern world.

    • In "The Courage to Be," Tillich examines how individuals confront non-being and find meaning.
Noun
  1. United States theologian (born in Germany) (1886-1965)

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