From the Sacristy to the Public Square The Public Character of Theology

Author: Zabatiero, Júlio Paulo Tavares

Source: International Journal of Public Theology, Volume 6, Number 1, 2012 , pp. 56-69(14)

Publisher: BRILL

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Abstract:

Abstract

This article is a study of the public role of Christian theology in contemporary democratic societies. It focuses on the role of theologians as intellectuals in the public square, as defenders of values like justice, democracy and peace. After a brief reflection on Brazilian experiences of the presence of Christians in public debates, it discusses the role of intellectuals such as Habermas, Bourdieu, Said, Bauman and others.

Keywords: public theology; intellectuals; public sphere; democracy; theological education

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156973212X617181

Affiliations: 1: Faculdade Unida Vitória Brazil, URL: http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink

Publication date: 2012-01-01