The Knowledge of God and the Fields of Human Knowledge

Toward a Theology in Dialogue

Abstract

The objective of this article - both heuristically and programmatically - is to offer a reflection about the contribution that Christian theology, as knowledge of God, can and is called to offer to the dialogue between the fields of human knowledge, especially philosophy, human sciences and natural sciences. After defining the concept of theology, the sphere of knowledge specific to theology as well as its relation to other fields of knowledge, maintaining their epistemological autonomy, are delineated starting from the figure of Jesus Forsaken as the interpretative key of understanding. This relation constitutes a precious and indispensable resource for the growth of an integral culture today.