From Crossroads to Holistic Impact
Charting a Praxical Course for Transforming Theological Education in Africa
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 3375504 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Barnabé Anzuruni Msabah (0000-0002-6964-6024, Stellenbosch University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 5 |
| Pages | 614 |
| Publication date | 2024-05-16 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Religions (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2077-1444 • E-ISSN: 2077-1444 |
| Publisher | MDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT) |
| DOI | 10.3390/rel15050614 |
| OpenAlex | W4396956123 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 9 |
Theological education in Africa is currently at a crossroads and requires a thorough re-evaluation. The framework for teaching and learning introduced by missionaries during colonial times, which often prioritized Western perspectives and ignored indigenous African contexts, does not adequately address the complex issues and needs of African communities today. As a result, the impact of theological practice lacks both relevance and sustainability within grassroots communities. There is therefore a need for a theological framework that is more relevant, contextual, and responsive to the realities and aspirations of African people in the present context. This article advocates for the decolonization of theological education for a praxical approach rooted in lived experiences. It is essential to firmly anchor theological reflection and action in African traditions in order to effectively address contextual issues. This calls for action beyond academic reform towards meeting the pressing needs of the population. This article sheds light on the inadequacies of the colonial framework within theological education, serving as crucial indicators for holistic and sustainable transformation within the field. Case studies drawn from theological institutions, and local churches from selected countries in East, Central and Southern Africa provide nuanced insights into the importance of this transformative process
Engineering ethics · Environmental ethics · Holistic education · Pedagogy · Political science · Sociology · Theology · Christian Theology and Mission · Engineering · Philosophy · Religion, Society, and Development · Religious Education and Schools
| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |