first draft of modern theologies
In Black Theology of Liberation, Rev. James Cone makes a distinction between philosophy of religion and theology to make the claim that Theologycannot be separated from the community which it represents. It assumes that truth has been given to the community at the moment of its birth. Its task is to analyze the implications of that truth, in order to make sure that the community remains committed to that which defines its existence. (p. 9). Working with the readings in any one of the 4 sections in the Modern Theologies unit, discuss how the social situation of the author(s) and the community they claim to represent informs their theological positions and conclusions. Consider, but do not limit your discussion to the following questions: How important is their identity as a member of a marginalized group to how they problematize the religious traditions to which they respond?
What contributions to their theology in particular and theology more generally are a function of their identity?
Is the theology transferrable to communities outside the community with which they identify? If so, what might be the consequences of applying theology to other communities?
Length: 5-7 pages
The paper must be double spaced in 11-12 sized font.
When you reference or cite the authors, do so by providing the text title and page number in parentheses in the body of the text (for example, Weemes, pp. 60-61). You do not need to include footnotes or a list of works cited unless you make use of material outside of the course assignments.
