Ernest Nicholson
- Published in print:
- 2004
- Published Online:
- January 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780197263051
- eISBN:
- 9780191734090
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- British Academy
- DOI:
- 10.5871/bacad/9780197263051.003.0001
- Subject:
- Religion, Religious Studies
This introductory chapter discusses theological and religious studies at the founding of the British Academy. The first section focuses on the rise of critical methods in British theology during the ...
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This introductory chapter discusses theological and religious studies at the founding of the British Academy. The first section focuses on the rise of critical methods in British theology during the late nineteenth century. This is followed by an account of the founding of the British Academy and the changing agendas after 1902.Less
This introductory chapter discusses theological and religious studies at the founding of the British Academy. The first section focuses on the rise of critical methods in British theology during the late nineteenth century. This is followed by an account of the founding of the British Academy and the changing agendas after 1902.
Ted A. Campbell
- Published in print:
- 2009
- Published Online:
- January 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195370638
- eISBN:
- 9780199870738
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195370638.003.001
- Subject:
- Religion, Theology
The Introduction lays out the basic subject to be investigated, the question of whether there has been a single message or “gospel” (“good news”) affirmed in most Christian traditions and churches. ...
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The Introduction lays out the basic subject to be investigated, the question of whether there has been a single message or “gospel” (“good news”) affirmed in most Christian traditions and churches. The chapter gives four reasons why the study is relevant today: because some contemporary literature about Jesus has given the impression that the traditional understanding of Jesus was grounded in later sources (the chapter disputes this claim); because some theological studies have presupposed that there has been no consistent unity to the Christian faith; because older Protestant and Anglican churches face crises of identity today that call into question their most basic commitments; and because contemporary Evangelical communities have begun to discern their common ties to older Christian churches.Less
The Introduction lays out the basic subject to be investigated, the question of whether there has been a single message or “gospel” (“good news”) affirmed in most Christian traditions and churches. The chapter gives four reasons why the study is relevant today: because some contemporary literature about Jesus has given the impression that the traditional understanding of Jesus was grounded in later sources (the chapter disputes this claim); because some theological studies have presupposed that there has been no consistent unity to the Christian faith; because older Protestant and Anglican churches face crises of identity today that call into question their most basic commitments; and because contemporary Evangelical communities have begun to discern their common ties to older Christian churches.
Allan Anderson, Michael Bergunder, André Droogers, and Cornelis van der Laan
- Published in print:
- 2010
- Published Online:
- May 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780520266612
- eISBN:
- 9780520947504
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- University of California Press
- DOI:
- 10.1525/california/9780520266612.003.0014
- Subject:
- Religion, Religious Studies
This chapter deals with practical theology. The discipline of practical theology is one that appears to be in constant redefinition in recent times, although there might at last be some consensus ...
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This chapter deals with practical theology. The discipline of practical theology is one that appears to be in constant redefinition in recent times, although there might at last be some consensus emerging. It was once regarded as the crown of theological study, placed toward the end of theological education for the ordained ministry. At this point in the process all the necessary “tips and hints” were added under the rubric pastoralia. In this context it was closely aligned with education for ministry and by extension church education in a broader sense. Thus would-be clergy learned how to preach, lead worship, conduct pastoral conversations with the insights of psychology, administer congregational education programs, and, of course, integrate spirituality into ministerial practice. But fundamentally with this model the minister applied theological knowledge from elsewhere (the Bible, systematic theology, church history, and philosophy) to the issue of church leadership with the aid of pastoraliaLess
This chapter deals with practical theology. The discipline of practical theology is one that appears to be in constant redefinition in recent times, although there might at last be some consensus emerging. It was once regarded as the crown of theological study, placed toward the end of theological education for the ordained ministry. At this point in the process all the necessary “tips and hints” were added under the rubric pastoralia. In this context it was closely aligned with education for ministry and by extension church education in a broader sense. Thus would-be clergy learned how to preach, lead worship, conduct pastoral conversations with the insights of psychology, administer congregational education programs, and, of course, integrate spirituality into ministerial practice. But fundamentally with this model the minister applied theological knowledge from elsewhere (the Bible, systematic theology, church history, and philosophy) to the issue of church leadership with the aid of pastoralia
Graham Neville
- Published in print:
- 1998
- Published Online:
- October 2011
- ISBN:
- 9780198269779
- eISBN:
- 9780191683794
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198269779.003.0003
- Subject:
- Religion, Church History
This chapter discusses the two issues debated upon at Oxford regarding the church's place in the university and the university's role in society. It also discusses the two other issues of great ...
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This chapter discusses the two issues debated upon at Oxford regarding the church's place in the university and the university's role in society. It also discusses the two other issues of great moment for English religion, which were beginning to take a salient place in intellectual life during Hicks's time at the university; the development of methods of historical study, with all they implied for the understanding of Christian origins, and the developing social conscience among the middle and upper classes. It describes Hicks's work with Charles Newton and his friendship with Ruskin. It notes that the scientific spirit of the age expressed itself within historical studies in a fresh examination of known facts and documents, and archaeology began to reveal fresh evidence bearing on the history and religion of cultures which contributed to western civilization. It further notes that that development inevitably affected biblical and theological studies.Less
This chapter discusses the two issues debated upon at Oxford regarding the church's place in the university and the university's role in society. It also discusses the two other issues of great moment for English religion, which were beginning to take a salient place in intellectual life during Hicks's time at the university; the development of methods of historical study, with all they implied for the understanding of Christian origins, and the developing social conscience among the middle and upper classes. It describes Hicks's work with Charles Newton and his friendship with Ruskin. It notes that the scientific spirit of the age expressed itself within historical studies in a fresh examination of known facts and documents, and archaeology began to reveal fresh evidence bearing on the history and religion of cultures which contributed to western civilization. It further notes that that development inevitably affected biblical and theological studies.
Jonathan Z. Smith and Christopher I. Lehrich
- Published in print:
- 2013
- Published Online:
- March 2015
- ISBN:
- 9780199944293
- eISBN:
- 9780190258375
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:osobl/9780199944293.003.0008
- Subject:
- Religion, Philosophy of Religion
This chapter presents Jonathan Z. Smith's account of the compatibility of theological and religious studies. He says that aside from matters of academic politics, there is no conflict between ...
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This chapter presents Jonathan Z. Smith's account of the compatibility of theological and religious studies. He says that aside from matters of academic politics, there is no conflict between theological and religious studies. The conflict, as he sees it, “arises almost wholly with the transcendentalists who propose a powerful, rival understanding of the necessarily plural interpretative and comparative ventures which characterize the study of religion”.Less
This chapter presents Jonathan Z. Smith's account of the compatibility of theological and religious studies. He says that aside from matters of academic politics, there is no conflict between theological and religious studies. The conflict, as he sees it, “arises almost wholly with the transcendentalists who propose a powerful, rival understanding of the necessarily plural interpretative and comparative ventures which characterize the study of religion”.
Kent L. Brintnall, Joseph A. Marchal, and Stephen D. Moore (eds)
- Published in print:
- 2017
- Published Online:
- May 2018
- ISBN:
- 9780823277513
- eISBN:
- 9780823280483
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Fordham University Press
- DOI:
- 10.5422/fordham/9780823277513.001.0001
- Subject:
- Sociology, Gender and Sexuality
Sexual Disorientations brings some of the most recent and significant works of queer theory into conversation with the overlapping fields of biblical, theological and religious studies to explore the ...
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Sexual Disorientations brings some of the most recent and significant works of queer theory into conversation with the overlapping fields of biblical, theological and religious studies to explore the deep theological resonances of questions about the social and cultural construction of time, memory, and futurity. Apocalyptic, eschatological and apophatic languages, frameworks, and orientations pervade both queer theorizing and theologizing about time, affect, history and desire. The volume fosters a more explicit engagement between theories of queer temporality and affectivity and religious texts and discourses.Less
Sexual Disorientations brings some of the most recent and significant works of queer theory into conversation with the overlapping fields of biblical, theological and religious studies to explore the deep theological resonances of questions about the social and cultural construction of time, memory, and futurity. Apocalyptic, eschatological and apophatic languages, frameworks, and orientations pervade both queer theorizing and theologizing about time, affect, history and desire. The volume fosters a more explicit engagement between theories of queer temporality and affectivity and religious texts and discourses.
Walter Lowrie
- Published in print:
- 2013
- Published Online:
- October 2017
- ISBN:
- 9780691157771
- eISBN:
- 9781400845972
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- DOI:
- 10.23943/princeton/9780691157771.003.0003
- Subject:
- Philosophy, History of Philosophy
This chapter describes Kierkegaard's years spent at the University of Copenhagen, dutifully following his father's wish that he become a student of theology. During Kierkegaard's first years he was ...
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This chapter describes Kierkegaard's years spent at the University of Copenhagen, dutifully following his father's wish that he become a student of theology. During Kierkegaard's first years he was as diligent as ever in studying his lessons, both because of this duty and because he rejoiced in the opportunity for broader culture which was there offered to him, or which the free life of a university student made possible. While he pursued the philosophical interests his father had encouraged, he also grasped avidly after the pleasures of literature and music. The chapter also traces the beginnings of the Journal, which Kierkegaard had begun in his third year at University, as well as the tragic deaths which befell the Kierkegaard family during this time.Less
This chapter describes Kierkegaard's years spent at the University of Copenhagen, dutifully following his father's wish that he become a student of theology. During Kierkegaard's first years he was as diligent as ever in studying his lessons, both because of this duty and because he rejoiced in the opportunity for broader culture which was there offered to him, or which the free life of a university student made possible. While he pursued the philosophical interests his father had encouraged, he also grasped avidly after the pleasures of literature and music. The chapter also traces the beginnings of the Journal, which Kierkegaard had begun in his third year at University, as well as the tragic deaths which befell the Kierkegaard family during this time.
William J. Abraham
- Published in print:
- 2018
- Published Online:
- December 2018
- ISBN:
- 9780198786528
- eISBN:
- 9780191828805
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/oso/9780198786528.001.0001
- Subject:
- Religion, Theology, Philosophy of Religion
Volume III of Divine Agency and Divine Action articulates a vision of systematic theology focused on divine action from creation to eschatology. Volume I developed the foundational conceptual work by ...
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Volume III of Divine Agency and Divine Action articulates a vision of systematic theology focused on divine action from creation to eschatology. Volume I developed the foundational conceptual work by showing that the concept of action is a radically open concept that makes possible the appropriation of divine action for today. Volume II argued that in exploring divine action one needs to specify the actual divine actions under review and showed that there could be no progress without extensive soundings across the tradition. Work on divine action requires extended work in doctrinal criticism rooted in the history of theology as a prelude to work that communicates a normative vision of divine action for today. This vision is best explored by taking up the great themes of systematic theology from creation to eschatology yet treating them in a deflationary manner that sees systematic theology as university-level, post-baptismal, Christian instruction. We live in a golden period of theological studies. Yet we also live in a period of disorientation and confusion that calls for a fresh engagement with the demands of systematic theology. Volume III meets that demand by insisting that systematic theology has its own content and modes of inquiry, that it belongs intimately to the journey of faith, and that it requires authentic academic clarity and rigor. It reclaims the rightful place of systematic theology as the center of gravity for theological studies but does so in a manner that makes it accessible to both the church and to the academy.Less
Volume III of Divine Agency and Divine Action articulates a vision of systematic theology focused on divine action from creation to eschatology. Volume I developed the foundational conceptual work by showing that the concept of action is a radically open concept that makes possible the appropriation of divine action for today. Volume II argued that in exploring divine action one needs to specify the actual divine actions under review and showed that there could be no progress without extensive soundings across the tradition. Work on divine action requires extended work in doctrinal criticism rooted in the history of theology as a prelude to work that communicates a normative vision of divine action for today. This vision is best explored by taking up the great themes of systematic theology from creation to eschatology yet treating them in a deflationary manner that sees systematic theology as university-level, post-baptismal, Christian instruction. We live in a golden period of theological studies. Yet we also live in a period of disorientation and confusion that calls for a fresh engagement with the demands of systematic theology. Volume III meets that demand by insisting that systematic theology has its own content and modes of inquiry, that it belongs intimately to the journey of faith, and that it requires authentic academic clarity and rigor. It reclaims the rightful place of systematic theology as the center of gravity for theological studies but does so in a manner that makes it accessible to both the church and to the academy.
