Jurgen Moltmann and the Second Quest (Intro to Christology)
Jul 17, 2023
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Jurgen Moltmann, a prominent German theologian, discusses his views on Christology, historical Jesus quests, and the impact of Marxist thinkers. The podcast explores the reliability of Gospel narratives, Moltmann's rejection of traditional views, and his embrace of a future-oriented approach. It also delves into the necessity of the incarnation apart from sin and Moltmann's unique perspectives on divine suffering within Christology.
Exploration of different approaches to understanding the Christ event in the 20th century.
Discussion on principles for interpreting the life of Jesus and determining authentic sayings.
Highlight of Moltmann's unique views on divine suffering, rejection of divine impassibility, and social Trinitarianism.
Deep dives
Development of Christology in the 20th Century
The podcast explores the evolution of Christology in the 20th century, focusing on key figures like Rudolf Boltmann and Karl Barth. It discusses the different approaches to understanding the Christ event and debates surrounding the historical Jesus, highlighting significant questions that arose during this period.
Second Quest for the Historical Jesus
The episode delves into the second quest for the historical Jesus, examining the works of thinkers like Ernst Kaceman and his departure from Rudolf Boltmann's ideas. It discusses principles for interpreting the life of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of historical probability and criteria for determining authentic sayings and stories of Jesus.
Multmann's Theology of Hope and The Crucified God
Multmann's Theology of Hope, published in 1964, and The Crucified God in 1972 are explored, emphasizing the centrality of the cross and suffering in Christian theology. Multmann's unique view of divine suffering, rejection of divine impassibility, and a kinetic Christology are highlighted, challenging traditional Christological and Trinitarian doctrines.
Social Trinitarianism and Rejection of Classical Trinitarian Doctrines
The podcast delves into Multmann's rejection of classical Trinitarian doctrines and adoption of social Trinitarianism in The Trinity and the Kingdom (1980). It explores how Multmann's view emphasizes an interpersonal relationship within the Trinity, leaning toward a form of tritheism.
Conclusion and Future Topics
The program offers a glimpse into Multmann's impact on liberation theology, feminist theology, and the emergent church, drawing connections to his theology of suffering and love. It hints at further discussions on the third quest for the historical Jesus, Robert Jensen, and Wolfhart Pannenberg in upcoming episodes.