SOSIOEDUKASI : JURNAL ILMIAH ILMU PENDIDIKAN DAN SOSIAL
Vol 14 No 1 (2025): SOSIOEDUKASI : JURNAL ILMIAH ILMU PENDIDIKAN DAN SOSIAL

CHRISTOLOGICAL: THE PHENOMENAL FIGURE FULL OF CONTROVERSIES

Ineke Marlien Tombeng (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
04 Jul 2025

Abstract

This study aims to explore and analyze the development of views on Jesus Christ from both historical and theological perspectives, and to assess their relevance for contemporary Christian life. This research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing literature review and hermeneutic analysis to understand the manifestation and meaning of Jesus across various historical and theological contexts. Data is gathered through the examination of biblical texts, church documents, and theological literature from Christian thinkers throughout history. The analysis is conducted thematically to identify key themes in the understanding of Jesus, ranging from His identity as the Jewish Messiah to His significance in modern and postmodern Christian theology. The findings indicate that, despite the many interpretations and controversies surrounding the historical Jesus and the Christ of faith, the core teaching of Jesus as the Savior remains steadfast. Efforts to reconstruct Jesus in the modern context—such as those by Reimarus, Strauss, Bultmann, and the Jesus Seminar—offer alternative perspectives, but the foundational ideas of Jesus' divinity and His role in human salvation remain central to Christian faith. Additionally, the study reveals that Jesus is not only relevant in historical or doctrinal contexts but also in the lived experience of believers amidst current social and moral challenges. This research emphasizes the need for a more holistic and contextual approach to understanding Jesus Christ, helping Christians connect His teachings to contemporary issues such as justice, solidarity, and human dignity. It also highlights the importance of dialogue between theology, history, and culture in maintaining the relevance of Christian faith in a pluralistic and globalized world. Consequently, Jesus Christ remains the central figure of faith, not only doctrinally but also practically in the everyday lives of Christians worldwide.

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sosioedukasi

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Education Social Sciences Other

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urnal sosioedukasi (e-ISSN: 2541-612X, Print ISSN 2086-6135) diterbitkan oleh Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universitas PGRI Banyuwangi, diterbitkan dua kali setahun pada bulan mei dan november. fokus Scientific Journals of Education and Social. Jurnal sosioedukasi mencakup semua bidang dan ...