The Crisis of Truth: Theological Conversation on Post-Truth

Description

Humanity has entered an era where distinguishing between truth and falsehood, honesty and deception, or fact and fiction is increasingly difficult. In contemporary society, objective facts and empirical data are often disregarded in favour of emotions and statements that merely “feel true.” This phenomenon, known as the “post-truth era,” is driven by the strategic manipulation of information for partisan agendas, allowing misinformation to persist in public discourse. It blurs the lines between fact and fiction, resulting in the erosion of truth, social fragmentation, injustice, and dehumanisation. In this context, how should Christians respond? How can we uphold truth in society? The life and ministry of Jesus Christ exemplify unwavering commitment to truth and love, even toward his enemies. He is our model, calling us to follow in his footsteps. This book, written by several scholars, seeks to answer these crucial questions, encouraging readers to stand for truth and love as demonstrated by Jesus. We believe this work will provide valuable insights into the nature of post-truth, its impact, and practical ways to counteract it in today’s world.

“The Crisis of Truth: Theological Conversation on Post-Truth is a valuable book addressing the challenges of human existence in the age of post-truth. It offers a novel approach by examining these issues through biblical and theological perspectives. Dr. Shaibu Abraham deserves praise for compiling these important articles into a volume that highlights the philosophical and political complexities associated with this topic, encouraging readers to engage with it from a Christian viewpoint.”
Rev. Dr. Y.T. Vinayaraj
Director, CISRS
Bangalore