{"product_id":"redemption-a-mimetic-soteriology-paperback","title":"Redemption: A Mimetic Soteriology - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eNicholas Roumas\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA bold, trailblazing investigation into soteriology, approached by way of Girardian mimetic theory and Eastern Orthodox theological reflection\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eRedemption: A Mimetic Soteriology \u003c\/i\u003ebrings French literary critic René Girard's mimetic theory of human behavior together with a breadth of Christian approaches to redemption through the Cross. Girard's mimetic understanding of sacrifice is drawn upon to illuminate biblical narratives about redemption as well as the theologies of Anselm of Canterbury, Peter Abelard, and Gregory of Nyssa. Nicholas Roumas shows by these readings that redemption can be understood as a reconfigura-tion of symbolic values with profound consequences for human relations and social organization. \u003ci\u003eRedemption \u003c\/i\u003ethus serves theologians as a basis for a new practical dogmatics. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis exploration is a breath of fresh air in Orthodox theology, utilizing patristic and scriptural sources outside the framework of the predominant \"neo-Patristic synthesis\" and introducing an entirely new modern paradigm onto the Orthodox scene. For theologians of other traditions, \u003ci\u003eRedemption \u003c\/i\u003econtributes to the library of Girardian theologies its first Eastern Orthodox install-ment. For Girardians, it provides critique and refinement of many of Girard's most nuanced views and gives due attention to overlooked and controversial aspects of his thought. For the lay reader, the book provides an accessible entry into the spirituality of the Cross through a lens that is both modern and traditional. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eRedemption \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a revitalizing infusion into contemporary Orthodox theological discourse. Its ideas will impact theology in the Orthodox Church and beyond for decades to come and are the basis for a paradigm shift in our understanding of redemption and its practical consequences. The lay reader and professional theologian alike will find novelty and utility in its ideas.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicholas Roumas\u003c\/b\u003e is professor of theology at Hellenic College in Brookline, Massachusetts. His research focuses on theologies of the cross and Girardian mimetic theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.46 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 05, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42709962129504,"sku":"9781531510558","price":68.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/1922\/9280\/files\/f9LhEU0LcO9781531510558.webp?v=1776001849","url":"https:\/\/bijoucc.myshopify.com\/products\/redemption-a-mimetic-soteriology-paperback","provider":"CARIBBEAN CONNECT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}