Heidegger's Atheism explains what Heidegger meant when he said that
all philosophy is atheistic. This unique book traces the
development of his explanation of philosophy as a methodological
atheism, and relates it to his reading of Aristotle, Aquinas, and
Nietzsche. A predominant issue throughout this study is Heidegger's
pursuit of an answer to the question: How did God get into
philosophy?
Laurence Paul Hemming discusses a wide range of topics in this
comprehensive volume, including the influence of Heidegger on
theologians like Bultmann, Rahner, and Ott; the central themes of
Being and Time; Heidegger's political decisions and involvement
with National Socialism; and Jean-Luc Marion's reading of
Heidegger. Hemming also provides an in-depth analysis of
Heidegger's turn or Kehre. He addresses how Heidegger's
understanding of das Ereignis, the event, relates both to his view
of atheism and to the way he appropriated Nietzsche's proclamation
of the death of God.
Heidegger's Atheism also attempts to trace new possibilities in
the relationship between theology and philosophy in Heidegger's
critique of metaphysics. Hemming argues that Heidegger criticizes
the tradition of metaphysics from Aristotle and Plato through
Nietzsche and Hegel because it traces a particular understanding of
being in relation to God -- even when that God is announced as
dead. In contrast, Heidegger sees the task of philosophy as the
self-understanding of human existence, and claims philosophy offers
no definitives regarding what God humanity might encounter.
Consequently, Hemming argues, Heidegger's atheism is an implicit
critique of theology. Yet, Hemming also contends Heidegger's work
resonates with theconcerns of Christian faith, especially the
Catholic tradition.
Heidegger's Atheism offers radical and challenging conclusions
about most of the recent British and American readings of
Heidegger. Sure to provoke much debate and discussion, Heidegger's
Atheism is essential for anyone with an interest in Heidegger.
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