Gustavo Gutiérrez: Liberation Theology for a World of Social Justice and Just Peace.

The article highlights work and life of Gustavo Gutiérrez, a Peruvian philosopher, theologian, and Dominican priest regarded as one of the founders of liberation theology. Topics discussed include his Influential books in Latin America that are controversial among Western theologians; and his use th...

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Publicado en:Journal of Ecumenical Studies Vol. 54; no. 3; pp. 431 - 442
Autor principal: Dimitriadis, Vasilios
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: University of Pennsylvania Press Summer2019
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Sumario:The article highlights work and life of Gustavo Gutiérrez, a Peruvian philosopher, theologian, and Dominican priest regarded as one of the founders of liberation theology. Topics discussed include his Influential books in Latin America that are controversial among Western theologians; and his use theology as a means of addressing contemporary social issues and educating through research, engagement with lawmakers, and collaboration with grassroots organizations.