Exploring Faithfulness to Conciliar Texts and the Role of Philosophy in Theological Reflection

This chapter delves into the complexity of defining faithfulness to conciliar texts within a consciously Catholic theology of tradition, emphasizing the importance of philosophical reflections. The speaker critiques the movement of analytical theology for neglecting historical context and theological terminology origins and stresses the significance of understanding tradition theologically. The conversation navigates the intricate dynamics between passivity and activity in relation to tradition and the agency of Christ, underscoring the theological dependence on Christ for tradition within the church.