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Concept
Christian theology
Summary
Christian theology is the theology of Christian belief and practice. Such study concentrates primarily upon the texts of the Old Testament and of the New Testament, as well as on Christian tradition. Christian theologians use biblical exegesis, rational analysis and argument. Theologians may undertake the study of Christian theology for a variety of reasons, such as in order to:
help them better understand Christian tenets
make comparisons between Christianity and other traditions
defend Christianity against objections and criticism
facilitate reforms in the Christian church
assist in the propagation of Christianity
draw on the resources of the Christian tradition to address some present situation or perceived need
education in Christian philosophy, especially in Neoplatonic philosophy
Christian theology has permeated much of non-ecclesiastical Western culture, especially in pre-modern Europe, although Christianity is a worldwide religion.
Conservative Christianity
Liberal Christianity
Progressive Christianity
Moderate Christianity
Catholic theology and Eastern Orthodox theology
Christian theology varies significantly across the main branches of Christian tradition: Catholic, Orthodox and Protestant. Each of those traditions has its own unique approaches to seminaries and ministerial formation.
Systematic theology as a discipline of Christian theology formulates an orderly, rational and coherent account of Christian faith and beliefs. Systematic theology draws on the foundational sacred texts of Christianity, while simultaneously investigating the development of Christian doctrine throughout history, particularly through the ecumenical councils of the early church (such as the First Council of Nicea) and philosophical evolution. Inherent to a system of theological thought is the development of a method, one which can apply both broadly and particularly.
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