Contextual Theology

  • 10: Liberation Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual and Liberation Theologies (a subfield that often crosses over with Practical Theology) Liberation Theology is categorised primarily within Contextual and Liberation Theologies due to its focus on theology developed from the perspective of oppressed and marginalised communities. It integrates theological reflection with social…

  • 16: Liberation Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual and Liberation Theologies (often related to Practical Theology) Liberation Theology is primarily placed within Contextual and Liberation Theologies due to its focus on theology developed from the perspective of oppressed and marginalized communities. It integrates theological reflection with social praxis, emphasizing liberation from…

  • 17: Contextual Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual and Liberation Theologies (a subfield often related to Practical Theology) Contextual Theology is a broad theological category that develops Christian reflection in response to specific cultural, social, economic, and historical contexts. While it intersects with Liberation Theology, it is not limited to social…

  • 20: Liberation Practical Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Practical Theology (within the broader Contextual and Liberation Theologies) Liberation Practical Theology is classified within Practical Theology because it directly engages in applying theological reflection to the lived realities of oppression and marginalisation. It is praxis-oriented, combining social analysis with transformative action, embodying theology…

  • 22: Contextual Practical Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Practical Theology (within the broader field of Contextual and Liberation Theologies) Contextual Practical Theology is classified within Practical Theology as it emphasises the development and application of pastoral and ministerial practices that are deeply informed by the specific cultural, social, and historical contexts in…

  • 35: African Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology African Theology is situated within Contextual Theology as a form of theological reflection emerging from the African cultural, social, and historical context. It seeks to articulate Christian faith authentically in dialogue with African traditions, communal values, and experiences of colonialism and postcolonial…

  • 36: Latin American Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Latin American Theology is situated within Contextual Theology as a theological reflection deeply rooted in the social, political, and cultural realities of Latin America. It emphasizes the preferential option for the poor and liberation from systemic injustice, integrating biblical faith with grassroots…

  • 37: Asian Theology

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    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Asian Theology is positioned within Contextual Theology as a theological reflection emerging from the diverse cultural, religious, and socio-political contexts of Asia. It seeks to articulate Christian faith authentically in dialogue with Asian philosophies, religions (such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam), and social…

  • 38: Indigenous Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Indigenous Theology is situated within Contextual Theology as a theological reflection emerging from the unique cultural, spiritual, and historical experiences of indigenous peoples worldwide. It seeks to articulate Christian faith through the lens of indigenous worldviews, emphasizing connection to land, community, and…

  • 39: Feminist Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Feminist Theology is situated within Contextual Theology as a theological movement that critiques and reinterprets traditional theology from the perspective of gender justice and equality. It seeks to address and transform patriarchal structures within the Church and society, advocating for the full…

  • 40: Liberation Theology (Contextual)

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Liberation Theology (Contextual) is situated within Contextual Theology as a movement that arises from the lived experience of oppressed and marginalised communities, especially in Latin America, but with global resonance. It integrates theological reflection with social analysis and praxis, emphasising liberation from…

  • 41: Postcolonial Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Postcolonial Theology is situated within Contextual Theology as a critical theological approach that examines and responds to the legacies of colonialism in theological discourse and practice. It seeks to deconstruct Eurocentric theologies and to recover the voices and experiences of colonized and…

  • 42: Womanist Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Womanist Theology is a contextual theological movement that arises from the experiences and perspectives of Black women, primarily in the United States. It addresses the intersections of race, gender, and class oppression, advocating for liberation, empowerment, and justice within the Church and…

  • 43: Mujerista Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Mujerista Theology is a contextual theological movement that arises from the lived experiences of Latina women, particularly in the United States and Latin America. It focuses on the intersections of ethnicity, gender, and class, advocating for the liberation and empowerment of Latina…

  • 44: Minjung Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Minjung Theology is situated within Contextual Theology as a Korean contextual theological movement focusing on the experiences and struggles of the minjung—“the people,” specifically the oppressed and marginalized masses. It articulates Christian faith in solidarity with the suffering and liberation of the…

  • 45: Black Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Black Theology is positioned within Contextual Theology as a theological movement that arises from the experiences and struggles of African American communities. It emphasizes liberation from racial oppression and social injustice, articulating a faith perspective that empowers Black identity, dignity, and resistance…

  • 46: Latinx Theology

    1. Theological Category and Placement Category: Contextual Theology Latinx Theology is a form of Contextual Theology that arises from the lived experiences of Latinx communities in the United States and Latin America. It explores the intersection of cultural identity, faith, and social justice, emphasising the struggles and contributions of Latinx…