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PublicationŐsz Sándor Előd2024

Works of Protestant reformers in the collections of the Lutheran High School in Mediaș. Since 2018, our research has been conducted in the historical libraries of Transylvania, focusing on the works of fifteen Western European Protestant theologians, known as reformers, who were active in the 16th century. At the Lutheran Gymnasium library in Mediaș, we discovered 58 theological texts by these authors. This number is representative of the average size of the collections we have examined.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Church historyKeywords: könyvtörténet, olvasmánytörténet, erdélyi református egyház, erdélyi evangélikus-lutheránus egyház, Medgyesi Evangélikus Gimnázium
PublicationRezi Elek2024

Moral evaluation of the goals and action of today’s climate protection groups. This study traces the evolution of contemporary climate protection movements, delineating their objectives and methodologies. Through a moral lens, I scrutinise the alignment between their ends and the means employed. The concluding remarks acknowledge the commendable aspirations of these collectives towards global climate preservation. However, it is highlighted that the tactics they resort to often veer towards counterproductive outcomes.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Systematic theologyKeywords: ökológia, környezetvédelem, erőszak, társadalmi mozgalmak
PublicationTallon Jonathan2024

John Chrysostom uses military metaphors from Romans to help believers un-derstand their relationship with God and engage in spiritual warfare. He compares circumcision and baptism to expand their meaning. By likening body parts to weapons, he teaches that individuals choose whether to serve truth or sin. In this analogy, God is the commander, and believers are soldiers fighting sin, stressing obedience and trust. Chrysostom urges obedience to God akin to soldiers obeying their leader, connecting it with faith-based trust.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Systematic theologyKeywords: baptizmus, engedelmesség, militáns keresztyénségPeople: Khrüszosztomosz (Aranyszájú Szent János)
PublicationJuhász Tamás2024

Do Christians need to be socialists? Karl Barth and socialism. In this article, the author deals with a “shadow side” of the life and work of Karl Barth. From the perspective of many Eastern and Central European people who have experienced “real” socialism, the right to ask the question posed in the title is evident. It examines under what influences Karl Barth’s inclination towards social democracy and socialism arose. Three circumstances are mentioned: 1. The traditional Swiss solidarity and social sensitivity for the cause of the weak and oppressed.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Systematic theologyKeywords: szocializmus, kommunizmus, egyház és kommunizmusPeople: Karl Barth
PublicationHorváth Levente2024

The anthropological challenges and perspectives. of the missionary image of man, in particular on the pastoral vocation. In this study, we scrutinize whether the revolutionary changes in mission theology suggested by David Bosch three decades ago have indeed taken root in the distinct context of Transylvania, through a blend of theological and philosophical discourse. Simultaneously, we endeavor to make sense of the rapid transformation occurring globally and within our own borders, interpreting it through contemporary anthropological theory and aligning it with missiological insights.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Systematic theologyKeywords: antropológia, missziológia, humanizmus, transzilvanizmus, pneümatológia
PublicationFüsti-Molnár Szilveszter2024

The paper discusses the challenges of Christian identity in a (post)modern con-text in relation to fundamental elements of theology. It explores the role of doc¬trines in the life of the church, emphasising their importance in relation to worship and the authority of the Word of God. The paper highlights the importance of cor¬porate identity as Christian and Reformed, emphasising the significance of cultural identity in the context of Christianity. It addresses the question of what makes the church and the conditions of being a church, reflecting on the essence of Chris-tianity.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Systematic theologyKeywords: identitás, identititásvesztés, vallásosság, hitvallásosság, népi vallásosság, ekkléziológia, krisztológia, posztmodern
PublicationVisky Sándor Béla2024

The objective of this study is not to provide an exhaustive theological analysis, but to explore the multifaceted implications—biblical, historical, theological, ecumenical, and ecclesiastical—that are essential for forming a well-rounded perspective on the contentious issue of rebaptism that has sparked considerable debate within our Church community.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Systematic theologyKeywords: keresztség, anabaptizmus, újrakeresztelkedésPeople: Karl Barth, Tertullianus, Cyprianus
PublicationSomfalvi Edit2024

Bibliolog as scriptural interpretation. Modern “midrash” as a possible method in catechesis. This research delves into the bibliolog approach to interpreting the Holy Scriptures, a technique often termed as “modern midrash” and not widely recognised in Hungarian-speaking regions. Originating from America, bibliolog diverges from the European tradition of bibliodrama or Biblical drama, focusing instead on a narrative-driven method.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Practical theologyKeywords: hitoktatás (katechézis), bibliodráma, bibliolog, bibliamagyarázati módszerek
PublicationSzékely József2024

Preaching as an instrument for teaching Christian doctrines. In the last three decades, Transylvanian society and church members have experienced a shift toward secularisation, particularly within the Reformed Church. This trend has made it difficult to engage with younger congregants drifting from organized religion. Despite this, there’s a vital need to re-emphasise Christian teachings, especially considering the current state of the Hungarian Reformed Church in Transylvania, where many lack a deep understanding of biblical and Reformed doctrines.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Practical theologyKeywords: igehirdetés (prédikáció), prédikáció műfajok, tanító igehirdetés, kátés prédikáció
PublicationKoppándi Botond Péter2024

Liturgical renewal attempts in the Unitarian church from the early 20th century to the present. This research examines the liturgical reform efforts within the Unitarian Church from the early 20th century to today. Analysis of relevant literature reveals a consistent call for renewal among ministers and parishioners, though translating this desire into action is fraught with challenges. The study concludes by highlighting essential components of successful liturgical renewal to guide and motivate those contemplating such changes.

Publication type: Research articleSubject area: Practical theology, Church historyKeywords: liturgia, liturgia-történet, liturgiai reform, unitárius egyház