Title: Power and the spirit of God : toward an experience-based pneumatology /
Authors: Cooke, Bernard J., 1922-
Publisher: Oxford University Press,
Year: 2004
Subjects: Catholic Church Doctrines.; Holy Spirit.; Power (Christian theology)
Abstract: Distinguished Roman Catholic theologian Bernard Cooke reassesses the long-standing Christian description of divine power.
Contents: pt. 1. Force and fear. The basic paradigm: physical (violent) strength -- The power of fear -- pt. 2. Power in the public arena. The power of office -- The power of fame -- The power of law -- The power of wealth -- pt. 3. Nature. Power in nature -- The power of creativity -- The power of imagination -- pt. 4. Symbol. The power of symbol/word -- The power of thought -- The power of ritual -- pt. 5. Love. The power of eros -- The power of love -- Conclusion: The divine embrace.