Theology

How have different traditions defined what 'God' or the divine is? Why do some theologians emphasize transcendence while others emphasize immanence? How do philosophical arguments shape theological views of divinity? How should theologians address suffering or injustice in the world? Which idea about the divine feels closest to your own intuition?

What does it mean for a truth to be 'revealed' rather than discovered? How do theological traditions determine which sources count as authoritative? Why do claims of revelation provoke both deep devotion and deep skepticism? How do theologians balance human interpretation with claims of divine origin? Which idea about revelation has influenced your thinking?

How do different theologies answer the question of why humans exist? Why do some traditions emphasize human flaw or sin while others emphasize potential and goodness? How do beliefs about human nature shape ethics, politics, and culture? What happens when scientific understandings of humanity collide with theological views? Which theological idea about human purpose resonates with you?

How do religions define liberation, enlightenment, or salvation? Why do some traditions emphasize personal transformation while others emphasize communal justice? How do theological ideas of salvation respond to modern problems like inequality or oppression? What tensions arise between exclusive and inclusive views of salvation? How has your own idea of liberation changed over time?

Why do end-times narratives appear in many religions and cultures? How do beliefs about the end of the world influence political or social behavior? What psychological needs might eschatological stories fulfill? How do modern interpretations reinterpret ancient apocalyptic texts? Which end-times idea has most shaped your imagination?

How have theologians attempted to reconcile rational inquiry with religious faith? Why do some people see faith as incompatible with reason, while others see them as mutually supportive? How do philosophical traditions like logic or metaphysics influence theology? Can faith be justified without evidence, and should it be? Which idea about the relationship between faith and reason speaks to you?