Does Theology Belong in the University? Schleiermacherian Reflections from an Australian Context
Abstract This article argues that theology belongs in the university not because of its relationship to the other disciplines but because of its relationship to the church. It discusses Schleiermacher’s understanding of theology as a practical science oriented towards Christian leadership in society...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Brill
2021
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International journal of public theology
Year: 2021, Volume: 15, Issue: 4, Pages: 484-495 |
| IxTheo Classification: | CF Christianity and Science CH Christianity and Society FA Theology KAH Church history 1648-1913; modern history KBS Australia; Oceania |
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Australian theology
B Schleiermacher B University B Public Theology B Research |
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| Summary: | Abstract This article argues that theology belongs in the university not because of its relationship to the other disciplines but because of its relationship to the church. It discusses Schleiermacher’s understanding of theology as a practical science oriented towards Christian leadership in society. It argues that Schleiermacher’s account provides an illuminating perspective on the history of academic theology in Australia. Theology belongs in the university not for any internal methodological reasons but because of specific contextual conditions in societies like Australia where Christianity has exerted a large historical influence. The article concludes by arguing that the ecclesial orientation of university theology is compatible with the aims of public theology, given that service to the Christian community is a means by which the common flourishing of society can be promoted. |
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| ISSN: | 1569-7320 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: International journal of public theology
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1163/15697320-01540015 |