Edward Schillebeeckx stated that “But the church has for centuries devoted its attention to formulating truths and meanwhile nothing to better the world, In other words, the church focused on orthodoxy and left orthopraxis in the hands of the nonmembers and nonbelievers.” This Statement is of such great importance to the author Gustavo Gutiérrez. I can only begin to describe why.
Theology much like any other philosophy is simply a way of critical thinking of certain criteria, especially the aspect of human behavior and actions. It is an educated way of approaching the way we think and the why we act the way we act. Theological reflection can be summarized as an understanding of faith. We can this a tool to maintain …the church we must approach …show more content…
Theology is a link to spiritual life based upon reflection of the bible and promotes spiritual growth. During this time, the idea of an “absolute” was introduced. Which meant the existence of a higher world in which people were to seek. I believe in a sense that spiritual growth was to become more God like. It simply labeled individuals as beginners, those who sought faith; and those more advanced as those who sought perfection. The second permanent task of theology of rational knowledge. The purpose was a simple task in which to examine doctrine. We could then define uncertainties, reveal truths, condemn falsities and lastly to teach these truth with authority. (p.5) This task was one of orthodoxy. Sharing the right ideas that a person of faith must have to live faithfully. These Ideas are very essential but they are simply just a small part of the …show more content…
Praxis can be defined as a process in which a theory, lesson or skill is practiced. I like to think of it as practical application of one’s skills. If we are critically reflecting on the way we practice then that reflection becomes praxis. It is a rather simple concept once you grasp it. This provides for the necessary conditions for grasping or understanding the truth. One can read extensively about something, but unless they experience that first hand, it is hard to have a true understanding of that. Gustavo mentions that charity has become a center focus of the church. Charity is an action that allows us to experience true faith. Faith must be practiced and reflected upon in order to be had. This approach of theology allows us to view how people are actually living and how these actions are true commitment. He stresses the importance of the simple saying “practice what you preach.” You must set an example of what you are preaching. You must have a full understanding for you to be able to share these ideas with others and to have a full understanding that requires practice. He believes that the church and Christians cannot be true believers if they do not practice charity. The Church must provide service in addition to just thinking about these truths. They must provide whatever aid is needed wherever is may be needed. The church must experience what the people who need aid are experiencing, in order to
Theology much like any other philosophy is simply a way of critical thinking of certain criteria, especially the aspect of human behavior and actions. It is an educated way of approaching the way we think and the why we act the way we act. Theological reflection can be summarized as an understanding of faith. We can this a tool to maintain …the church we must approach …show more content…
Theology is a link to spiritual life based upon reflection of the bible and promotes spiritual growth. During this time, the idea of an “absolute” was introduced. Which meant the existence of a higher world in which people were to seek. I believe in a sense that spiritual growth was to become more God like. It simply labeled individuals as beginners, those who sought faith; and those more advanced as those who sought perfection. The second permanent task of theology of rational knowledge. The purpose was a simple task in which to examine doctrine. We could then define uncertainties, reveal truths, condemn falsities and lastly to teach these truth with authority. (p.5) This task was one of orthodoxy. Sharing the right ideas that a person of faith must have to live faithfully. These Ideas are very essential but they are simply just a small part of the …show more content…
Praxis can be defined as a process in which a theory, lesson or skill is practiced. I like to think of it as practical application of one’s skills. If we are critically reflecting on the way we practice then that reflection becomes praxis. It is a rather simple concept once you grasp it. This provides for the necessary conditions for grasping or understanding the truth. One can read extensively about something, but unless they experience that first hand, it is hard to have a true understanding of that. Gustavo mentions that charity has become a center focus of the church. Charity is an action that allows us to experience true faith. Faith must be practiced and reflected upon in order to be had. This approach of theology allows us to view how people are actually living and how these actions are true commitment. He stresses the importance of the simple saying “practice what you preach.” You must set an example of what you are preaching. You must have a full understanding for you to be able to share these ideas with others and to have a full understanding that requires practice. He believes that the church and Christians cannot be true believers if they do not practice charity. The Church must provide service in addition to just thinking about these truths. They must provide whatever aid is needed wherever is may be needed. The church must experience what the people who need aid are experiencing, in order to