Asian theologies

theology

elementary

STL_W01; STL_W02; STL_W03; STL_W04; STL_W05; STL_W06; STL_U02; STL_U05; STL_U06; STL_K02; STL_K03.

Basic knowledge of the development of theological reflection outside Europe.

The lecture aims to present the main theological themes developed in Asia from the first centuries to the present day. We will first pay special attention to the ancient theologies developed in Asia (Judeo-Christian theology and the theologies of the Eastern Churches). We will then turn our attention to the problems of European theology of the time of the first modern missions (16th-19th centuries) presented in the Asian context. The final, and most extensive, part of the class will be focused on contemporary attempts to develop theological thought in specific Asian countries (especially India, China, Japan, and the Philippines) and the theological work of the Federation of Asian Bishops Conference (FABC). Some examples of non-Catholic (Christian) theological reflection will also be presented.

STL_W01 - has an in-depth knowledge of the subject and methodological specifics of theology, especially in the area of the theological specialty studied; is able to develop this knowledge and creatively apply it in educational and environmental activities.

STL_W02 - knows basic biblical and theological terminology and its Greek-Latin roots.

STL_W03 - has a structured, in-depth knowledge that includes the theories and methods of the theological specialization studied.

STL_W04 - has in-depth knowledge of contemporary achievements, centers and research schools in theology.

STL_W05 - knows the main principles of evangelization, pastoral, catechetical and charitable activities of the Catholic Church, ecumenical and interreligious dialogue.

STL_W06 - has an in-depth knowledge of the contemporary teaching of the Catholic Church in biblical, systematic and practical theology.

STL_U02 - has basic research skills in the analysis of biblical and theological texts, the ability to use (in general) methods and research tools for their proper interpretation.

STL_U05 - has the ability to integrate knowledge from various disciplines, especially in the humanities and social sciences.

STL_U06 - has the ability to substantively argue, conduct a substantive discussion on biblical, theological issues and the life of the Church, using his own views and views taken from the literature, formulate conclusions and create synthetic summaries.

STL_K02 - understands the need for intellectual and religious-spiritual formation throughout life, is able to inspire and organize the process of education of others, and is able to independently and critically supplement knowledge and skills, extended by the interdisciplinary dimension.

STL_K03 - is able to interact and work in a group, assuming various roles in it.

Evaluation of the student's work consists of three parts: a) Active participation in class; b) Presentation by the student of a selected issue related to the problems of the class; c) Evaluation of the final colloquium.