The Political Theology of Pope Francis: Understanding the Latin American Pope (Routledge New Critical Thinking in Religion, Theology and Biblical Studies)

Synopsis

This book explores the political dimension of Pope Francis’ theology from a variety of perspectives and makes a unique contribution to the ongoing historiography of his pontificate. It defines the concept of political theology when applied to Pope Francis’ discourse and reflects on the portrayal of him as the voice of Latin America, a great reformer and a revolutionary. The chapters offer a thorough investigation of core texts and key moments in Pope Francis’ papacy (2013-), focusing in particular on their relation to canon theory, liberation theology, the rise of populism, and gender issues. As well as documenting some of the continuities between the ideas of Pope Francis and his predecessor Benedict XVI, the author asks what the Argentinian pontiff has brought from Latin America and considers the Latin American dimension to what has become known as the ‘Francis effect’. Overall, the book demonstrates how the Pope’s words and actions constitute a powerful political theology disseminated from a unique religious and institutional position. It will be of interest to scholars of theology, religion and politics, particularly those with a focus on world Catholicism, political theology and church history.

Copyright:

2023

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

142 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781000826463

Related ISBNs:

9781003349099, 9781032387277, 9781032392882

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

12/30/22

Copyrighted By:

Ole Jakob Løland, The right of Ole Jakob Løland to be identified as author of this work has been asserted in accordance with sections

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

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No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Religion and Spirituality

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