Research and the Christian identity of universities
In order to explore the relationship between research and universities with a Christian identity, it is important to be clear about the identity of social realities and the meaning of ‘Christian identity’ when applied to universities. In my view, the latter requires three elements: (1) assigning a c...
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| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2024-07-01
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| Series: | Church, Communication and Culture |
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| Online Access: | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/23753234.2024.2389277 |
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| Summary: | In order to explore the relationship between research and universities with a Christian identity, it is important to be clear about the identity of social realities and the meaning of ‘Christian identity’ when applied to universities. In my view, the latter requires three elements: (1) assigning a central role to theological reflection, (2) recognizing a mediating role to philosophy, and (3) encouraging a reflective posture in all disciplines. These three aspects should be considered and secured through adequate research policies that manage external constraints with internal ones. |
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| ISSN: | 2375-3234 2375-3242 |