An overview of the Institution of the Family in our times. Moral and existential issues and perspectives Cover Image

O privire de ansamblu asupra Instituției Familiei în zilele noastre. Problematici și perspective morale și existențiale
An overview of the Institution of the Family in our times. Moral and existential issues and perspectives

Author(s): Emanuel-Ioan Pavel
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Pastoral Theology, Eastern Orthodoxy, Sociology of Religion, Psychology of Religion
Published by: Editura Andreiana
Keywords: Family; traditional values; modern values; trial marriage; open relationship; disintegration of family;

Summary/Abstract: Although family has proven its importance for human society, nowadays it comes under harsh attack by various ideologies. A contemporary family has to face adversity and a lot of hardships. This paper points out the motives behind the gradual disintegration of family in the twenty-first century. Today’s families have to overcome tremendous challenges. On one hand a traditional family is a nuclear unit: parents (male and female) and children. On the other hand, a "modern" family is a diverse family (same-sex couples, cohabiting partners, etc.). My paper underscores that family is a sine qua non for the survival of humankind. Family is a source of stability, morality and strength for children.

  • Issue Year: XIII/2024
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 178-186
  • Page Count: 9
  • Language: Romanian
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