A Postcolonial Reading of the Pauline Letters and Its Application to the Indonesian Context
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Postcolonialism examines the historical and cultural impacts of colonialism, focusing on the legacies that persist in contemporary societies. It critiques binary oppositions like colonizer/colonized and seeks to understand how these dynamics shape cultural identities and narratives. In biblical studies, particularly regarding the Apostle Paul, postcolonial analysis offers a lens to explore how his letters reflect or resist imperial dominance, addressing both theological and socio-political contexts of the first century a postcolonial reading of the Pauline letters not only enhances our understanding of Paul's message but also provides a framework for addressing contemporary issues in Indonesia, particularly among marginalized communities like the Papuans. This approach encourages a re-examination of theological concepts in light of local histories and cultural identities, fostering a more inclusive and relevant Christian discourse.
Source: Pharos Journal of Theology
Authors: Junifrius Gultom, David Ming
Language: English
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $375
OpenAlex ID: W4408112837