The Synod of Dordt (1618–1619) and a theology of religions
In die Skriflig
| Field | Value | |
| Title | The Synod of Dordt (1618–1619) and a theology of religions | |
| Creator | Beyers, Jaco | |
| Description | The Synod of Dordt (1618–1619) addressed particular theological concerns raised in a particular context. The broader context of the Synod needs to be accounted for. During the 16th and 18th century, Roman Catholic and Protestant relations in Europe were strained. During the same period, Christianity and Islam were in conflict. Europe was engaging with foreign cultures and religions exposed through a process of geographical discoveries. Within this context the question arises as to how Christianity relates to non-Christian religions. The contribution by the theologian, Gijsbertius Voetius (1589–1676), in creating a theological position on non-Christian religions is paramount in discerning a theology of religions (theologia religionum). The Synod of Dordt and the contribution of Voetius in creating such a theology of religions will here be the focus of the research. Voetius suggests an openness towards non-Christian religions, as all humans are corrupt in nature and in need of redemption. God elects and saves humans from all humankind. | |
| Publisher | AOSIS | |
| Date | 2019-05-27 | |
| Identifier | 10.4102/ids.v53i3.2441 | |
| Source | In die Skriflig/In Luce Verbi; Vol 53, No 3 (2019); 8 pages 2305-0853 1018-6441 | |
| Language | eng | |
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