Image and Illumination

<p>What does it mean to be created in the image of God? This is the core question in Christian anthropology and it is surprisingly important in understanding everything else. Anthropology is the study of human beings the who question of philosophy. As Christians our identity is found in Jesus Christ but exactly what does this imply?</p><p><br></p><p>Because we are created in the image of God he is familiar and we immediately recognize him (metaphysics). Because we worship the God who created the universe we expect the universe to be orderly and worthy of scientific study (epistemology). Because God loves us we can love those around us who make up God's family (ethics). Our anthropology is accordingly an interpretive key that colors how we see everything else.</p><p><br></p><p>In exploring this question Image and Illumination offers over forty devotions containing a reflection prayer and questions for discussion. These devotions are organized into these chapters: Introduction Image Fall from Grace Illumination and Restoration.</p><p><br></p><pre spellcheck=false>Cover art is by James Tissot (1836-1902): Moses Adores God in the Burning Bush. French Jewish Museum New York.Hear the words; walk the steps; experience the joy! Used withh permission.</pre><p><br></p>