Enlightened Preaching in the Context of Academic Theology and the Doctrine of Justification Cover Image

Aufgeklärt Predigen im Kontext von Theologie als Wissenschaft und Rechtfertigungslehre
Enlightened Preaching in the Context of Academic Theology and the Doctrine of Justification

Author(s): Matthias von Kriegstein
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe KUL & Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: academic theology;homiletics;sermon;doctrine of justification;symbol;hermeneutics;elementary theology;community;parish;poor people;conciliary process;micropreaching;feedback partnerships;

Summary/Abstract: The author explains his understanding of an enlightened academic theology regarding homiletic aspects. He sets up three thesisses: Firstly this kind of theology works in an general academic understandable way. It is related to functions and structures of faith and religious ways of life as well. Secondly homiletics and preaching take aim at salutary and solidary practise of life. Thirdly the doctrine of justification is part of implicit theological behaviour and explicit topic of preaching. It’s enlightened reflection shows it’s connection with basic processes of communication and learning. So it gives impulses to didactics of homiletic education in preaching and feedback-culture. This kind of theology makes an understandable offer for interpretation of religion and values in various contexts and could be a basic element for intercultural and inter-religious dialogues. The following practice can help to improve the spiritual and social life of people in their environment.

  • Issue Year: 62/2015
  • Issue No: 12
  • Page Range: 115-143
  • Page Count: 29
  • Language: German