Postcolonial Theology Of Religions Particularity And Pluralism In World Christianity
Book Description
In an era where spiritual traditions increasingly encounter one another across cultural boundaries, this thoughtful exploration examines how Christian theology can authentically engage with other world religions. Jenny Daggers presents a critical analysis of traditional Christian approaches to interfaith dialogue, revealing how these perspectives have been shaped by European colonial history and its lasting influence on religious discourse.
Rather than simply critiquing existing frameworks, Daggers ventures into constructive territory by investigating fresh possibilities that emerge when colonial assumptions are set aside. Drawing insights from Asian theological perspectives and feminist scholarship, she charts new pathways for meaningful religious encounter that honor both Christian particularity and the genuine diversity of world faiths.
The author develops a distinctive particularist approach that remains grounded in classical Trinitarian Christian theology while opening space for authentic dialogue with other traditions. This framework seeks to move beyond the limitations of both exclusivist and universalist positions, offering instead a nuanced understanding of how Christians might relate to other religions with integrity and respect.
For readers seeking to understand how ancient faith traditions can engage constructively in our interconnected world, this work provides both scholarly rigor and practical wisdom. Daggers addresses fundamental questions about religious identity, spiritual authenticity, and the possibilities for genuine interfaith understanding in contemporary global contexts.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)
📄 Length: 236 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore General
- ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions
- ✓ Explore Christianisme
- ✓ Explore Theology of religions (Christian theology)
- ✓ Explore Pluriformiteit
- ✓ Explore RELIGION
- ✓ Explore Missionstheologie
- ✓ Explore Théologie post-coloniale
