Theology

How can finite human beings speak of God? Joel Klenk explores negative theology through forms of open semantics, examining Pauline texts that articulate negative theological discourse in light of God's salvific identity as a theological criterion.

Joseph is a key figure in biblical literature. Magnus Rabel traces his transformations from Genesis to early Christianity, showing how, as sage, ruler, or tyrant, he shapes central discourses on power, otherness, identity, justice, and reconciliation.

The contributors to this volume critically reassess biblical texts through ecological and interdisciplinary lenses and demonstrate how the Bible can influence ethical discourses on sustainability, justice, and environmental responsibility today.

Eva Puschautz analyzes Mary's role in Mk 3:20f.31-35 using historical-critical and feminist methods. She demonstrates how this pericope links traditional strands about familial conflict and discipleship community, differentiating between Mary as a historical figure in precarious circumstances and as a symbolic character.