Asian Christianity and Theology - 9780367340810

Taylor & Francis

Asian Christianity and TheologyInculturation, Interreligious Dialogue, Integral Liberation\nAuthor(s): Edmund Kee-Fook Chia\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367340810, 978-0367340810\nSynopsis\nThis book provides a comprehensive exploration of Asian Christianity and Theology, with emphasis on how it has developed in different parts of the continent and in the different eras, especially since the end of colonialism in Asia. \n\nAsian Theology refers to a unique way of theological reflection characterized by specific methodologies that evolved in postcolonial Asia. Premised on the thinking of Asian Church leaders and scholars, its focus is on the dialogue with the many cultures (inculturation), many religions (interreligious dialogue), and many poor (integral liberation) of Asia. The book looks at each of these ministries in detail, foregrounding Asian biblical hermeneutics, Christianitys engagement with Hinduism, .