An exegesis of the parable of the Good Samaritan (Lk 10:25–35) and its relevance to the challenges caused by COVID-19
HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies
| Field | Value | |
| Title | An exegesis of the parable of the Good Samaritan (Lk 10:25–35) and its relevance to the challenges caused by COVID-19 | |
| Creator | Chamburuka, Philemon M. Gusha, Ishanesu S. | |
| Description | The article is on the exegesis of the parable of the Good Samaritan (Lk 10:25–35) and its relevance to the challenges that are being posed by COVID-19. Through the historical-critical approach, the article has concluded that the parable is relevant in troubleshooting the challenges that are caused by COVID-19, such as discrimination, stigma, hate and stereotypes. The article sees COVID-19 as teaching humanity the important lesson that no one can live in isolation, however powerful or economically strong they are. Therefore, there is a need to take the opportunity of being a neighbour. Neighbourhood is understood as offering services to those in need and COVID-19 has presented a chance to the entire world to help someone with needs. A need-based world requires neighbours and this makes the parable relevant.Contribution: This article is a reflection of the challenges that are currently faced by people in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is within the scope of this theological journal that issues of identity, relationships, and theological reflection should be addressed, hence the article fits well within this scope. | |
| Publisher | AOSIS | |
| Date | 2020-10-12 | |
| Identifier | 10.4102/hts.v76i1.6096 | |
| Source | HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies; Vol 76, No 1 (2020); 7 pages 2072-8050 0259-9422 | |
| Language | eng | |
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