{"product_id":"9781527113633","title":"Truth Not Served by Human Hands : Retrieving the Knowledge of God in Reformed Thomism (Reformed Exegetical Doctrinal Studies series)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Truth Not Served by Human Hands, Timothy A. Gatewood offers a profound exploration of the relationship between God and truth, rooted in Thomistic theology and classical theism. He presents a participatory theory of truth, emphasizing that all creaturely truth originates from and participates in the First Truth—God Himself. ​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy retrieving and adapting Thomas Aquinas's doctrine of the divine intellect, Gatewood challenges modern and postmodern philosophical assumptions, advocating for a return to classical theological frameworks to rediscover objective, knowable truth. The book defends classical doctrines such as divine simplicity, immutability, and aseity, while engaging with alternative models of theism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStructured into three sections, the book begins by examining the relationship between divinity and truth, and the necessity of theological retrieval to bridge the metaphysical-epistemological divide. It contrasts classical theism with theistic mutualism, highlighting implications for divine omniscience and truth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second section traces the historical and conceptual development of Reformed Thomism, showcasing its influence on Protestantism, Reformed Scholasticism, and Puritan thought. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe final section provides a detailed exposition of Thomistic participation, the divine intellect, and the divine Ideas, culminating in a participatory model of truth. ​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book addresses key doctrines such as divine simplicity, transcendence, and the analogy of being, offering a robust defense of classical theism against modern and postmodern perspectives. ​ It reassures readers of the objective existence of truth, its knowability, and its grounding in God's eternal wisdom. ​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for theologians, philosophers, and seekers of truth, it bridges historical insights with contemporary discourse, enriching the understanding of God, truth, and creation. ​ With pastoral applications, it encourages personal growth and alignment with divine reality, offering hope and clarity in a fragmented world. Ideal for anyone seeking to rediscover the joy of knowing and participating in divine truth, goodness, and beauty. ​\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mentor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49254337151203,"sku":"00000_00000_00000_00000","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/usa.kinokuniya.com\/products\/9781527113633","provider":"Books Kinokuniya USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}