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According to the content, what is the etymological origin of the word 'theology'?
According to the content, what is the etymological origin of the word 'theology'?
- Latin terms meaning 'divine study'
- Aramaic roots indicating 'wisdom about the divine'
- Greek terms meaning 'reason' or 'word' and 'God' (correct)
- Hebrew terms signifying 'knowledge of the sacred'
The content suggests that only individuals with formal theological training engage in theological practice.
The content suggests that only individuals with formal theological training engage in theological practice.
False (B)
What role do the church's creeds play in theological discourse, according to the content?
What role do the church's creeds play in theological discourse, according to the content?
Summary statements of right thinking and speaking about core matters of the Christian faith.
Theological claims should be offered together with ______ exegesis that supports and shapes them.
Theological claims should be offered together with ______ exegesis that supports and shapes them.
Match the following historical periods with their corresponding approach to theological study:
Match the following historical periods with their corresponding approach to theological study:
What is one common concern about the formal study of theology mentioned in the content?
What is one common concern about the formal study of theology mentioned in the content?
The content suggests that during the Enlightenment, theology maintained its position as the most prestigious discipline in universities.
The content suggests that during the Enlightenment, theology maintained its position as the most prestigious discipline in universities.
What is 'functional theology,' as the content describes it?
What is 'functional theology,' as the content describes it?
According to the content, thinking and speech about God is considered ______ when it corresponds to the creedal tradition.
According to the content, thinking and speech about God is considered ______ when it corresponds to the creedal tradition.
Match the potential negative outcomes of theological study with their descriptions:
Match the potential negative outcomes of theological study with their descriptions:
What was a common characteristic of the work of bishops, priests, and monks in relation to theology?
What was a common characteristic of the work of bishops, priests, and monks in relation to theology?
The content suggests that theologians in universities during the medieval period were more isolated from the church than monks had been.
The content suggests that theologians in universities during the medieval period were more isolated from the church than monks had been.
According to the content, what disciplines largely replaced theology during the Enlightenment?
According to the content, what disciplines largely replaced theology during the Enlightenment?
The content indicates that a primary goal of theological education shifted to providing students with the ______ skills to perform responsible critical inquiry.
The content indicates that a primary goal of theological education shifted to providing students with the ______ skills to perform responsible critical inquiry.
Match each term with its definition based on the content:
Match each term with its definition based on the content:
According to the provided content, what is a potential consequence of theological study that causes division in the church?
According to the provided content, what is a potential consequence of theological study that causes division in the church?
The content asserts that the church does not require theology to avoid repeating past errors.
The content asserts that the church does not require theology to avoid repeating past errors.
In what context is theological learning pursued rightly, according to the content?
In what context is theological learning pursued rightly, according to the content?
During the Enlightenment universities changed from their Medieval to the Modern form and Theology, previously the most noble discipline, was replaced by the ______ and Social Sciences.
During the Enlightenment universities changed from their Medieval to the Modern form and Theology, previously the most noble discipline, was replaced by the ______ and Social Sciences.
Match each historical figure/group with their contribution to the church
Match each historical figure/group with their contribution to the church
Flashcards
Theology (Discipline)
Theology (Discipline)
The practice of theological reasoning that directs our thoughts and speech about God, aligning with who God is.
Origin of "Theology"
Origin of "Theology"
The word theology comes from the Greek terms logos (reason/word) and theos (God)
Functional Theology
Functional Theology
A way of understanding and applying faith affecting interpretation of scripture and experiences.
Theological Claims
Theological Claims
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Orthodox Theology
Orthodox Theology
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Heretical Theology
Heretical Theology
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Right Theological Pursuit
Right Theological Pursuit
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Early Church Theologians
Early Church Theologians
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Theological disagreements
Theological disagreements
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Theology for the Church
Theology for the Church
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Study Notes
- Theology involves active participation in the life of the triune God.
- Theological claims require supporting biblical exegesis.
- The word theology originates from the Greek terms "logos," meaning "reason" or "word," and "theos," meaning "God."
- Practicing theology encompasses prayer, worship, scripture reading, teaching about the faith, and making decisions aligned with a relationship with God.
- Every Christian engages in theology daily through their actions and beliefs.
- Functional theology influences how individuals interpret scripture, commentaries, sermons, and podcasts.
- Theology as a discipline is the practice of organized theological reasoning that aligns our thoughts and speech about God with who God is.
- Over centuries, theology evolved as church thinkers and leaders addressed theological questions, establishing guidelines for correct discourse about God.
- These guidelines stem from scriptural interpretation and are embodied in church creeds, which summarize correct beliefs of the Christian faith.
- Orthodox theological thought and speech align with creedal tradition, while heresy deviates.
Concerns with Theology
- A common concern is that formal theological study distracts from essential Christian activities, complicating faith unnecessarily.
- Another issue is that theological study can inhibit discipleship by challenging assumptions, exposing flawed thinking, and raising difficult questions.
- Embarrassment from a lack of knowledge or fear of appearing foolish can also hinder discipleship.
- Overconfidence and the need to prove others wrong can be a negative outcome of theological studies.
- Formal theological study can cause unnecessary division within the church.
- Disagreements among theologians on core doctrines can lead to disillusionment.
- Doctrinal distinctions that undermine unity in Christ and the church's mission are problematic.
Theology in Church History
- Historically, bishops and priests studied theology to guide their congregations, prevent doctrinal errors, interpret scripture, and foster devotion to God.
- Monks in monasteries shared this conviction, linking theological study with discipleship.
- Theological learning is most effective when integrated with discipleship practices, enriching theological knowledge.
- During the medieval period, theology became part of the university system.
- University theologians had more freedom than monks to connect with the church.
- They incorporated external cultural and cross-disciplinary thinking.
- This integration connected church theology, practical believer's lives, and cultural questions.
- During the Enlightenment, natural and social sciences replaced theology as the most esteemed discipline.
- New assumptions arose about God's nature and relationship with creation.
- Scholars no longer relied solely on scripture or the church for knowledge of God.
- Theologians mediated between the church and university, contributing theologically while meeting academic standards.
- Historically, theological training shaped individuals into the pattern of Jesus Christ through knowledge, habits, and skills for church service.
- Spiritual formation and church participation were integral to theological training for pursuing knowledge of God.
- With theology primarily in universities, theological education focused on technical skills for responsible critical inquiry to align church faith and practice with critical reason.
- Academic theologians can practice their discipline without connecting it to their own spiritual lives.
- As a result, theology has largely become an intellectual pursuit.
Reclaiming Theological Education
- The church requires theology, and theologians require the church.
- Formal doctrinal instruction based in historical theological tradition can ensure that the church thinks and speaks correctly about God.
- This avoids generational repetition of theological errors.
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