An Introduction to Liberation Theology

Liberation theology is one of the most influential theologies of the twentieth century in its attempt to ground social, economic, political, and religious structures with Jesus' second commandment to 'love your neighbor as yourself'. In this introductory text, Turner explains Liberation Theologians' fight for democratic socialism, demands for radical economic structural change, attempts to raise the consciousness of the poor, and their challenge to traditional roles within the Catholic Church with the goal of giving the laity a stronger voice.

About the author

J. David Turner is Adjunct Professor at Warner Southern College.

Summary

An introduction to how liberation theologists have fought for democratic socialism; demanded radical economic structural change; attempted to raise the consciousness of the poor; and challenged traditional roles within the Catholic Church with the goal of giving the laity a stronger voice.

Product details

• Authors: David Turner, David J Turner, David J. Turner, J. David Turner
• Publisher: Ingram Publishers Services
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 22.02.1994
• EAN: 9780819191373
• ISBN: 978-0-8191-9137-3
• Dimensions: 149 mm x 226 mm x 9 mm
• Weight: 240 g
• Subjects: Guides > Spirituality > Ancient knowledge, ancient cultures; Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; RELIGION / Christian Theology / General, RELIGION / Christianity / General, RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Pastoral Resources, Theology, Christianity, Christian theology, Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church, Religious social and pastoral thought and activity, Christian social thought & activity, RELIGION / Christianity / Catholic / General