The rediscovery of the Apostle Paul by atheistic or agnostic European philosophers is one of the most striking developments in recent philosophy--and certainly one of keen interest to the church. These philosophers view Paul as having a revolutionary understanding of authority and politics. Bringing together Radical Orthodox theologian John Milbank, Slovenian philosopher Slavoj i ek, and Creston Davis, who has been a student of both, this book reflects on Paul's new moment in secular philosophy. In a debate format, i ek brings Marxist and post-Marxist ideas into a discussion with Milbank about the influence of Paul. The book also includes a contribution from Catherine Pickstock.

Author Biography

John Milbank (PhD, University of Cambridge) is professor in religion, politics, and ethics at the University of Nottingham. He previously taught at the University of Virginia and the University of Cambridge and is the author of numerous books, including the acclaimed Theology and Social Theory. Slavoj i ek (PhD, University of Ljubljana) is a professor at the Institute for Sociology in Slovenia and professor of philosophy and psychoanalysis at the European Graduate School in Switzerland. He has published over fifty books and lectured at universities around the world. Creston Davis (PhD, University of Virginia) is assistant professor of religion at Rollins University in Winter Park, Florida. He studied with both Milbank and i ek and coedited Theology and the Political: The New Debate with them.