Thomas Breedloves impressive new book is not simply a reappropriation of Gregory of Nyssas theological anthropology; it also succeeds in bringing Gregorys thought into sustained conversation with some of the most influential figures in contemporary phenomenological philosophy. In doing so, the study illuminates Gregorys work in new ways while simultaneously inviting a reconsideration of phenomenologys central concernsabove all, the question of embodiment situated between finitude and infinity. * Espen Dahl, Professor of Theology, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Norway * Bringing a sensitive and textually attentive reading of Gregory of Nyssa into dialogue with the theologically oriented phenomenology of Henry, Merleau-Ponty, and Chretien, Thomas Breedlove explores with profundity how human beings in their creatureliness and very flesh image the transcendent and infinite God. This is an exemplary interdisciplinary study, rich and rewarding, a book to be read and reread. * John Behr, Regius Chair of Humanity, University of Aberdeen, UK * In this beautifully composed volume, Thomas Breedlove stages a conversation between fourth-century theologian Gregory of Nyssa and contemporary French phenomenologists to unfold new depths to Nyssens anthropology. As theologically insightful as it is philosophically illuminating and textually attentive, A Phenomenology of the Divine Image elaborates a powerful new way to identify the image of God. * Natalie Carnes, Professor of Theology, Duke Divinity School, USA * In his illuminating and trenchant reading of Gregory of Nyssa, Thomas Breedlove draws on important contemporary phenomenological thinkers to develop an account of humans in the image of God that takes our finitude, fragility, and suffering seriously. This fruitful cross-disciplinary dialogue proves productively challenging and mutually enriching for both fields. * Christina M. Gschwandtner, Professor of Philosophy, Fordham University, USA *
