Post-Liberal Theology and Its Origins

Post-liberal theology emerged from the distinctive academic environment at Yale in the 1970s and 1980s. It was influenced by scholars like Hans Frey and George Lindbeck, who sought to offer an alternative to the prevailing liberal theological traditions of the time. The Yale School emphasized a more nuanced understanding of Christian doctrine by engaging with figures like Schleiermacher and Bart. This approach emphasized a return to scriptural and liturgical sources for theological insights and preached a more coherent and focused interpretation of theological concerns.