Summary Of Paul Tillich's Systemic Theology

One non-traditional religious view touched on by the book is Paul Tillich’s systemic theology. He starts his argument by stating that God is not a separate being but “being itself.” He continues saying that God is the “ground of being” and is the source and cause of all existence. He also stated that anyone who has an “ultimate concern,” something they deeply care about, is religious. Regardless of what anyone believes, ultimate concern is God’s manifestation in you.
Systemic theology is radically different than traditional religious theology. Tillich claims that God is not a distinct being but being itself differs in that traditionally God has been viewed as a distinct being. Tillich also claims that there is no such thing as an atheist, even