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Teologia duchowości jako dyscyplina naukowa. Zarys problematyki
Spiritual Theology as a Scientific Discipline. An Outline of Issues

Author(s): Marek Chmielewski
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Systematic Theology
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe KUL & Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: spirituality; theology; methodology; science; theological method; polish theological environment

Summary/Abstract: Among the specialties offered by theological faculties at universities and colleges, there is often theology of spirituality. This means that it is a full-fledged scientific discipline. Therefore, it has its own history, own name that identifies it, the subject of research, specific sources and an adequate research method. At the university level, it is practiced by a large number of scientists whose achievements are recognized and appreciated in the world of science. In addition to university structures in which research and teaching are conducted, and conferences are convened, spiritual theologians form organizations and associations that have legal personality.The article aims at to deeping aforementioned issues, taking polish theological and ecclesiastical background on board. The awareness of the main methodological matters is very important for every committed theologian and his reliable scientific work, as well his spiritually-ecclesiastical vocation.

  • Issue Year: 66/2019
  • Issue No: 5
  • Page Range: 115-132
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: Polish