Liberation and orthodoxy
Book Description
In this thought-provoking examination of modern Christianity, Yacob Tesfai challenges readers to reconsider what truly defines authentic faith in our interconnected world. As global Christianity increasingly shifts toward the Third World, traditional measures of doctrinal correctness face scrutiny from communities who prioritize lived faith over theological precision.
Tesfai presents a compelling case that many Third World Christians evaluate religious authenticity through the lens of "orthopraxy" rather than orthodoxy. For these believers, the test of genuine faith lies not in adherence to established doctrinal formulas, but in how effectively Christian practice contributes to liberation from oppression and injustice.
The author examines decades of ecumenical dialogue within the World Council of Churches and other Christian organizations, revealing how emphasis on theological orthodoxy has often alienated believers whose primary concern is spiritual freedom in the face of worldly hostility. Through this analysis, readers encounter a vision of Christianity that measures its worth by its capacity to transform lives and communities.
This work invites spiritual seekers to explore how authentic faith might manifest when freed from rigid doctrinal constraints. Tesfai's insights offer a pathway toward understanding Christianity as a force for genuine liberation, challenging readers to consider whether true spiritual authenticity emerges through correct belief or transformative action in service of justice and freedom.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Christianity
📄 Length: 196 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Okumenische Bewegung
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Ökumenische Bewegung
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Theology
- ✓ Explore Dialogue
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Dialogue
- ✓ Explore Methodology
