Cunoașterea teologică, modul cel mai propriu de raportare la adevăr
Theological Knowledge as the Truest Mode of Encountering Truth

Author(s): Cosmin Iulian Cîrstea
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Other Christian Denominations
Published by: Ideas Forum International Academic and Scientific Association
Keywords: truth; knowledge; Logos; reason; communion;
Summary/Abstract: This article explores theological knowledge as the most authentic way of relating to truth, a way that transcends modern epistemology based on demonstration and empirical verification. Unlike purely rational knowledge, theological knowledge involves a personal and existential relationship with the Supreme Truth, identified with God. In theology, truth is not merely an abstract concept but a Person – the Divine Logos. This form of knowledge entails communion, contemplation and direct spiritual experience, going beyond mere conceptualization. Every truth of the world is intrinsically linked to the Ultimate Truth, the Divine Logos, and therefore, communion with Him also leads to a correct relationship with truth. In theology, it is said that each creature has a truth, a reason, a logos, which originates in the Divine Logos. Thus, creation is not just a material reality but a profound one, destined to participate in holiness and communion with God. Theological knowledge acknowledges the limits of human reason and emphasizes that truth cannot be fully circumscribed by rational thought alone. Truth reveals itself and is shared with those who sincerely seek it, and experiencing this truth leads to transformation and a salvific understanding of reality.

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