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Volume Nr. 21 (109), 21. Oktober 1954
Periodical
- Title:
- Open theology
- Publication:
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Berlin: de Gruyter
- Note:
- Open Access
- Namensnennung 4.0 International
- Scope:
- Online-Ressource
- ISSN:
- 2300-6579
- ZDB-ID:
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2861119-6
- VÖBB-Katalog:
- 35283957
- Keywords:
- Zeitschrift
- Classification:
- Religion
- Collection:
- Religion
- Copyright:
- Rights reserved
- Accessibility:
- Free Access
Article
- Title:
- To Be Oriented and to Orient: Considerations on Principles, Requirements, and Objectives of an Inductive Systematic Theology
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Berlin: de Gruyter, 2024
- Language:
- English
- Information:
- Abstract: It is usually assumed that protestant systematic theology has a contemporary relevance and engages with the present in its work. However, it is unclear what significance the present in the form of findings and observations of social developments – including faith expressions embedded in practices and the belief (s) of the laities – have to the research of protestant systematic theologians, especially in north-west Europe. This article introduces inductive systematic theology as a form of systematic theology that incorporates theological statements from laypeople and non-believers, often obtained through empirical methods, into its work. It aims to initiate a discussion on principles, requirements, and objectives of inductive systematic theology. Therefore, a particular focus is set on arguing for the necessity of a respectful and open stance toward subjects of inquiry. It is furthermore discussed, why and to what extent this stance entails self-reflection and transparent articulation of one’s positionality. Using public theological statements on self-love as an example, it is illustrated how such assertions can orient systematic theologians in their research by showing certain connections and indicating possible inquiries.
- Scope:
- Online-Ressource
- Note:
- Open Access
- Archivierung/Langzeitarchivierung gewährleistet
- Keywords:
- systematic theology ; inductive systematic theology ; normativity ; empirical theology ; priesthood of all believers ; theologianhood ; self-love
- Copyright:
- CC BY
- Accessibility:
- Free Access
