TRINITY AND RELIGIOUS PLURALISM: THE DOCTRINE OF THE TRINITY IN CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY OF RELIGIONS
Book Description
In an era where religious diversity shapes our global landscape, understanding how Christianity relates to other faith traditions has become increasingly vital for spiritual seekers and scholars alike. This comprehensive exploration examines one of Christianity's most distinctive doctrines through the lens of interfaith dialogue and religious pluralism.
Veli-Matti Karkkainen presents a systematic survey of how leading theologians across international and ecumenical boundaries have approached the complex relationship between Christian faith and other world religions. Rather than offering simplistic answers, this work delves into the nuanced ways that Trinitarian theology can inform and enrich Christian understanding of religious diversity.
The book provides readers with a thorough examination of major theological contributions to this field, offering both historical perspective and contemporary insights. Through detailed analysis, including a focused case study of how the Catholic Church has engaged with Islam from a Trinitarian viewpoint, readers gain practical understanding of how theological principles translate into real-world interfaith encounters.
Whether you are a student exploring theology and religious studies, a pastor seeking deeper understanding of pluralistic contexts, or an academic researching interfaith relations, this work serves as both educational resource and reference guide. The author identifies emerging challenges and areas requiring further development, making this essential reading for anyone committed to thoughtful engagement with our religiously diverse world.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 204 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Theology of religions (Christian theology)
- ✓ Explore Trinität
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- ✓ Explore Trinity
- ✓ Explore Theologie van de godsdiensten
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- ✓ Explore RELIGION
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