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KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen
Published by Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Toraja
ISSN : 27228657     EISSN : 27228800     DOI : https://doi.org/10.34307/kamasean.v1i1
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KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen, terbit dua kali setahun. Tim editorial menerima dan menerbitkan naskah hasil penelitian untuk kategori: 1. Teologi Multikultural 2. Teologi Biblika Kontekstual 3. Pembangunan Jemaat 4. Sejarah Kekristenan 5. Misi Gereja
Arjuna Subject : Seni dan Humaniora - Studi Agama
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The relevance of Psalm 23 for people after natural disasters in Central Sulawesi Nole, Otniel Aurelius
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v5i2.322

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Human life moves forward, but no one knows for sure. Likewise, the people never realized that they would experience the events of September 28, 2018, in Central Sulawesi. These events are cases of three types of natural disasters: earthquakes, tsunamis, and liquefaction. These natural disasters caused significant suffering to them. Nevertheless, the memoirs about this incident reminded them of God’s nature and attitude as a faithful shepherd, as expressed in the faith of Psalm 23. This research aims to analyze the relevance of Psalm 23 for people after natural disasters in Central Sulawesi. This research used a qualitative method that involved data collection through observation, interviews, and a survey with a questionnaire. The researcher found that natural disasters made them suffer from fear, loss, and anxiety, but God’s providence was always evident for them to bounce back. Psalm 23 was relevant to people’s experiences after natural disasters in Central Sulawesi. That can be seen from the awareness of God’s grace, which continues to care for them. Efforts to survive, recover, and develop are concrete manifestations of God’s help for them. The common point between the Psalmist in Psalm 23 and the survivors of the Central Sulawesi natural disasters are existential experiences of God’s existence.
Revitalizing Gen-Z Christians in Indonesia towards a realistic, pluralistic, and activist spirituality based on the theory of Thomas à Kempis Hasiholan, Anggi Maringan
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v5i2.323

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Generation Z of Indonesian Christians, who are full of knowledge and technology, tend to ignore their identity as followers of Jesus. Anarchic, destructive, and immoral behavior has become a regular trend among Generation Z Christians. In order to address this problem, relevant teaching approaches and sources are needed. The approach offered is teaching-encountering-based discipleship and teaching sources through reincarnating the thoughts and spirituality of Thomas à Kempis as Devotio Moderna. The Kempis trilogy's offering, namely the opposition pairs in the fabric of today's reality, God's sovereignty, and the obedience of God's people, need to be echoed for Generation Z. This research aims to extract the spirit of Thomas à Kempis for the life of Generation Z of Indonesian Christians. The method used is historical research, the primary source of which is the book De Imitatione Christi by Thomas à Kempis. The results of the study show that Generation Z of Indonesian Christians can vitalize a realistic, pluralistic, and Activist spirituality if (i) they understand the essence and purpose of life, (ii) realizing that there is a confusion of values and culture; (iii) wise and critical in accepting new information and lifestyles; (iv) dare to speak out on sensitive issues that occur in the general public and the Church.
Problems of translation of Orthodox non-equivalent lexis to English Knežević, Ivana; Zoran, Ranković
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v5i2.324

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Cultural elements and systems often do not match up between two cultures which use different languages, which represents one of the main problems in the domain of translation. This paper is focused on the problems in translating non-equivalent lexicon specific to the Eastern Orthodox Church. The paper presents an overview and a detailed explanation of translation procedures used in dealing with this issue. The author begins with the non-equivalent words in Serbian, as the source language, since it is the language of the community which has been for many centuries back predominantly Eastern Orthodox and thus possesses an appropriate language “apparatus”, and observes their translation equivalents in English, as the target language. The research will show that the choice of the translation procedures is often not exclusively a matter of language. The good translator must not only have a good knowledge of the target language, but also must be familiar with the specific features of the religion and culture of the given society and the source language. Besides, we will point out that the target audience is also an important factor that must be observed in the process of translation.
A theological analysis of the concept of the future's openness in African religious discourse Jaba, Mogomotsi
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v5i2.331

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Ongoing theological discussions persist within evangelical Christian theological circles regarding the question of whether the future is predetermined by God or not. Classical theists assert that God has unequivocally predetermined the future. In this particular arrangement, although the future may be unknown to humans, it already exists and is known by God. According to Classical theists, all moments in time, including the future, exist simultaneously before God. On the other hand, there are Open theists who explicitly reject this deterministic perspective. Open theists believe that the future is yet undetermined and is still in the process of becoming. This article sought to achieve two interconnected theological manoeuvres. Firstly, it aimed to broaden the discussions regarding the nature of the future inside African religious discourse. Secondly, the article aimed to justify the belief that the future is unknown to both God and mankind based on African religious reflection. This task was conducted using analytic theology as a research method. The conclusion drawn is that in African religious thought, the future is perceived as non-existent at present. The article contributes to the field of multicultural theology.
Contextualizing the preaching of the Gospels through culture in the Dayak Keninjal tribe of West Kalimantan Sirait, Junio Richson; Desi, Desi; Marsalina, Tania; Nortania, Nortania
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v6i1.270

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The aims of this paper are to analyze the Betangkant Children’s culture of the Dayak Keninjal tribe in an effort to contextualize God’s love. The study of the meaning and cultural aspects of raising children to apply the Gospels, or good news, in the context of the life of the Dayak Keninjal community. This research uses a literature review. The results of this study are as follows: Through the Betangkant Children’s culture of the Dayak Keninjal tribe, the village of Madyaraya will provide a meaningful context and an entry point for Dayak Keninjal to encounter Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior within the Keninjal tribe, thereby representing the relationship between the Father and the believers. Trusting children can make it easier to communicate God’s relationship with His people, like the relationship between a father and a child who has been raised in a culture of tension. The affirmation of the relationship between the Father and His children has been manifested in the love of God the Father through the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ, which redeems and elevates believers into His beloved children.
The invisible made visible: Theological and philosophical conceptions of God’s image in Jewish and Greco-Roman contexts Tanasyah, Yusak
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v6i1.350

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This paper examines how the concept of the image of the invisible God was understood in Jewish and Greco-Roman traditions. It explores Jewish theological ideas rooted in Hebrew Scriptures and later Jewish writings, which emphasize a transcendent yet immanent God. In contrast, Greco-Roman thought, shaped by Platonic and Stoic philosophies, conceptualized the divine through reason, logos, and cosmic order, often expressed through anthropomorphic deities or philosophical ideals. The study highlights how these differing views intersected, particularly during the Second Temple period, influencing early Christian theology—especially the idea of Jesus as the visible expression of the invisible God. By analyzing religious texts and philosophical works, the paper sheds light on ancient understandings of divinity and their lasting impact on conceptions of the divine-human relationship. By analyzing these diverse perspectives, the paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the image of the invisible God was perceived and represented across different cultures and epochs. This exploration not only enriches our knowledge of ancient religious thought but also offers insights into the enduring questions about the nature of divinity and humanity’s relationship to the divine.
The shackling of people with mental disorders in the light of the encyclical Fratelli Tutti Bour, Eugenius Koresy; Ndepong, Bertolomeus
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v6i1.355

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Shackling is still often used as a solution to address issues affecting people with mental disorders (PMD) in Sikka Regency. This study aims to discuss and explain the reality of shackling of PMD in Sikka Regency as a practice of ‘culture of throwing away’ based on the principles outlined in the Encyclical Fratelli Tutti. This research uses a mixed method. The research result shows that people with mental disorders (PMD) are one of the groups that are vulnerable to becoming victims of the culture of throwing away. The manifestation of the culture of throwing away towards the PMD can be seen in the act of shackling. The Encyclical Fratelli Tutti emphatically emphasizes the inherent dignity of every individual and demands full respect for the dignity of all people, including the most vulnerable. According to the Encyclical Fratelli Tutti, the shackling of PMD constitutes an act of violence that tarnishes the sanctity of life and violates human rights. It also manifests egoism and individualism. The shackling of PMD also leads to the breakdown of the family’s proximity relationship. The solution to facing the globalization of indifference, according to Pope Francis, is repentance by living a culture of solidarity, like the example of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). Thus, the practice of shackling  PMD in Sikka Regency reflects the ‘culture of throwing away’ criticized by the Encyclical Fratelli Tutti, which emphasizes the importance of respect for human dignity.
Analytical study of the influence of church institutionalism using an intergenerational approach and Jürgen Habermas’s communication theory Zacharias, Triardi Samuel
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v6i1.357

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This article explores how institutionalism in the church creates a generation gap, consolidates power, and suppresses the creativity and active participation of church members. Church institutionalism is understood as a framework that influences every church practice not limited to the notion of church as an institution or organization. Whether we realize it or not, the church model that is increasingly reinforced by institutional patterns has a significant impact on the participatory inequality of each church member. when the discourse or let’s say the line of church authority is dominated by one party for example by the elders or even by the youth, then what happens is discrimination and the strengthening of exclusivism in the communion together. therefore, an intergenerational approach is proposed to bridge institutionalism and communalism, emphasizing the importance of equal, participatory, and critical communication. This article emphasizes that by critically reflecting on the intergenerational approach and Jürgen Habermas’s theory of communication, churches can strengthen intergenerational relations and create a more inclusive and emancipatory environment. By examining the phenomenon of church institutionalism, intergenerational theory and Habermas’s communication theory, the discourse between these perspectives can be further explored. This discussion is expected to generate momentum for the creation of a more equitable and participatory communication model that bridges the emerging generational gap within the church community.
Costly grace according to Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Why does it still matter today? Saragih, Jan Christian Wismar
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v6i1.380

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This article aims to explore the meaning of costly grace according to Dietrich Bonhoeffer and why it still matters for believers today in Indonesia. Throughout his exploration and interpretation, Bonhoeffer has written extensively about what he thought to be a costly grace to fight against cheap grace. Costly grace is also an idea that has been discussed by various theologians. Many have debated what it truly means from different perspectives. So, the question is, what does costly grace mean for Christians today? Bonhoeffer’s concept of costly grace has led theologians around the world to rethink what it means to have faith, precisely because Bonhoeffer’s version of faith itself is a costly one. Faith is also something that’s considered a great commitment that all Christians must have. Faith and grace themselves should not be cheap, and they should be costly. Bonhoeffer’s concept of costly grace is also worth considering in today’s world. This article finds that costly grace is needed for Christians today.
A case study of rapid growth in the Mopani district of the Seventh-day Adventist Church Motsie, Tumelo Silas
KAMASEAN: Jurnal Teologi Kristen Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34307/kamasean.v6i2.387

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The Seventh-day Adventist Church in South Africa has experienced significant growth in the Trans-Orange Conference Districts between August 2023 and December 2024. This article examines the contributions of the districts and that of Pastor Mavuso to this expansion, highlighting his methodologies and the resultant numerical and qualitative growth of the church in these regions. The study has deduced that, although the church is growing numerically (Mopani district, which is a case study, has surpassed its target and is thus assisting in the overall conference target being achieved), it may not necessarily be growing qualitatively in terms of the quality of believers produced. The accountability of most of the baptised individuals is problematic, as several factors contributing to this issue may not be known to the church. The study has concluded that the strategies used in the Mopani district were designed primarily to convert people from their denominations to Adventism, instead of making them disciples of God. Therefore, numerical growth is not a sign of spiritual growth.

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