LWF Publication Offers Theological Reflections on Interreligious Relations
Deepening Faith, Hope and Love in Relations with Neighbors of Other Faiths is the title of a new Lutheran World Federation (LWF) publication with the aim to deepen commitment to and theological discernment within interreligious relations.
Theologians from different parts of the world have contributed to the book produced by the LWF Department for Theology and Studies (DTS) in the second volume of its “Theology in the Life of the Church” series. The subjects covered delve into ecclesial, societal, pedagogical, biographical and gender dimensions of interreligious relations. The concept of a dialogue of hope is investigated, and theological reflections on salvation and the Triune God in interreligious dialogue are explored in the books’ final section.
In the introduction, the editor, Rev. Simone Sinn, LWF/DTS theological associate, points out the importance of an increased public awareness of interreligious relations but notes some caution is necessary with regard to the “accompanying haste and breathlessness.” She adds that “building relationships among neighbors of different faiths is a long-term process that involves serious commitment and vision.”
The first book in the LWF/DTS Theology in the Life of the Church series, Being the Church in the Midst of Empire: Trinitarian Reflections was published in late 2007 through Lutheran University Press. (213 words)
To order copies please write to liesch@lutheranworld.org or The LWF Department for Theology and Studies, 150 route de Ferney, P.O. Box 2100, CH-1211 Geneva 2, Switzerland, Tel. +41/22-791 61 11, Fax +41/22-791 66 29. The price per copy is CHF 16, EUR 10 or USD 14 plus postage and packing.
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