The Theology Corner

  • Death is painful, although there is hope!

    Death is an inescapable reality that touches every human life. From the moment we are born, we embark on a journey that ultimately leads to our own mortality. The prospect of death can be daunting and unnerving, raising profound questions about the purpose of life and what lies beyond. In the face of this existential…

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  • The Cross

    The Cross is the most recognizable and important symbol in Christianity. It represents the central tenet of the Christian faith, which is the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The significance of the cross to Christians is immense and can be seen in many aspects of Christian theology and practice: First and foremost, the cross…

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  • Chapter 6 – St Benedict Rule – part 2 (cont.)

    On SilenceSilence is central to Benedictine monks life. It is interesting to notice that The Rule starts with the words, “Listen, my son to the master’s instructions and take them to heart.”.4 The act of listening implies being in silence, listening to the master’s words, the abbot or mother in the case of Benedictine nuns.…

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  • Fundamental Theology

    From Wikipedia: “…fundamental theology does not directly work towards evangelisation, but rather towards the analysis of where and by what means God brings human beings to assent to his Word“ This definition is rather interesting as during the first centuries of the church such as the Patristic and Middle Age – St. Thomas Aquinas is…

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