Date of Award
2004
Document Type
Honors Thesis (Colby Access Only)
Department
Colby College. Religious Studies Dept.
Advisor(s)
Carleen Mandolfo
Abstract
This paper outlines the basics of liberation theology (its history and its theory), chapter one, and in chapter two, critiques of this new orientation of faith. Finally in chapter three, suggestions are provided for liberation theology to consider if this movement truly wishes to move past the problematic issues inherent in some of its theology in order to pronounce a true message of hope for the future of our world. Through critical and self-conscious reflection, the issues within liberation theology that exist, hindering its message, can be deconstructed, dissolving divisions and violence, so that peace and justice can truly begin to manifest themselves in reality.
Keywords
Liberation Theology, social action, Christianity
Recommended Citation
Grossman, Lindsey, "What about the Canaanites? : Liberating Liberation Theology" (2004). Honors Theses. Paper 529.https://digitalcommons.colby.edu/honorstheses/529
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