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A Catholic Theology of Sport
出版Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2022-06-07
主題Religion / Christian Theology / EthicsReligion / Christian Living / Social IssuesReligion / Christianity / Catholic
ISBN16667011499781666701142
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=zUt0EAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋During a 1980s Edmonton Oilers game, fans unveiled a banner claiming, “On the 8th

day, God created Gretzky.” Intersections between religious belief and sporting

participation are nothing new, where players, coaches, and fans are known to pray,

cross themselves, and point to the heavens during a game. But what should be the

relationship between sports and religious faith?



On the Eighth Day introduces the theology of sport from a Catholic standpoint. It

wrestles with sport’s universal appeal, its rich symbolism, and its spiritual and moral

characteristics. Sport is a place where embodied games can be sacramental; where

traditions of the past speak to contemporary peoples; and where truth and justice are

demanded in a world affected by sin.



The eighth day recalls the playful, re-creative work of God the Creator embodied

in Christ’s resurrection. In this sense, this book marks out a “new day” in Christian

attitudes toward modern sport and the continuing call to redeem sport in service of

human flourishing. Comprehensive yet accessible, the book will engage thoughtful

lay sports fans and academic students alike.