Eschatology

Eschatology is the study of the end times and ultimate destiny of humanity, addressing questions about death, judgment, and the final outcome of the world. In philosophical theology, it explores how these beliefs influence our understanding of existence and purpose. Religious language often describes eschatological themes in terms of divine plans—like predestination, which suggests God has foreordained outcomes, and providence, which emphasizes God's ongoing guidance in creation. Together, these concepts help us reflect on moral life, the nature of time, and our place within a greater narrative beyond our immediate experiences.