A Metaphysical Kant: A Theological Lingua Franca?

Insole, Christopher J.

Abstract

I track a strand of intellectualist theology, running from Kant’s pre-critical into his critical work, whereby the divine will is constrained in its creative activity by the divine understanding. I suggest that Kant’s intellectualist theology continues to do important work in his mature conception of transcendental idealism, transcendental freedom and autonomy. I consider briefly how this might impact upon theological ethics, particularly in relation to the conflict between Kantian secularists and religious believers. I conclude by asking whether Kant’s intellectualist theology—with its Platonic strands—opens up possibilities for inter-faith dialogue.

Citation

Insole, C. J. (2012). A Metaphysical Kant: A Theological Lingua Franca?. Studies in Christian Ethics, 25(2), 206-214. https://doi.org/10.1177/0953946811435385

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: 2012-05
• Deposit Date: Feb 11, 2013
• Journal: Studies in Christian Ethics
• Print ISSN: 0953-9468
• Electronic ISSN: 1745-5235
• Publisher: SAGE Publications
• Volume: 25
• Issue: 2
• Pages: 206-214
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0953946811435385