Re-imaging God: Exploring Theology in Korean Culture
Explore how Korean cultural traditions and values influence unique theological perspectives and spiritual understanding in East Asian context.
Explore how Korean cultural traditions and values influence unique theological perspectives and spiritual understanding in East Asian context.
Explore the fascinating intersection of Korean culture and Christian theology in this insightful course from Yonsei University. Led by Professor Soo-Young Kwon, this course examines how various images of God have influenced the development of Korean Protestant churches and indigenous theology. You'll delve into the shift from conceptual to imaginative approaches in theology, explore psychoanalytic perspectives on God-images, and examine uniquely Korean interpretations of the divine. From Confucian concepts of heaven to Minjung theology's view of God as rice, you'll gain a deep understanding of how cultural context shapes religious thought. The course also covers the interplay between Korean shamanism, Pentecostalism, and liberation theology. Ideal for those interested in comparative religion, Korean studies, or anyone seeking to understand how culture influences spiritual beliefs.
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What you'll learn
Understand the shift from conceptual to imaginative approaches in theology
Analyze psychoanalytic perspectives on God-images, particularly the father figure
Explore the influence of Confucian concepts on Korean Christian theology
Examine Minjung theology and its reimagining of God as rice in the Korean context
Investigate the interplay between Korean shamanism, Pentecostalism, and liberation theology
Analyze how cultural context shapes theological imagination and religious practice
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of how Korean cultural context has shaped unique theological perspectives. It begins by examining the shift from conceptual to imaginative approaches in theology, emphasizing the importance of God-images. The curriculum then delves into psychoanalytic understandings of God as Father, drawing on Freudian theory to explore how early experiences shape religious perceptions. Next, it examines the Confucian influence on Korean Christianity, particularly the concept of "Chon" (heaven) and its impact on God-images. The course also covers Minjung theology, which reimagines God as rice, reflecting Korean social and cultural realities. Finally, it explores the intersection of Korean shamanism, Pentecostal spirituality, and liberation theology, showing how the concept of God as Spirit has been uniquely interpreted in the Korean context. Throughout, the course emphasizes how these cultural and theological developments have contributed to the rapid growth and dynamic nature of Korean Protestant churches.
Image Matters to Theology (and You)
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
God as Father: Psychoanalytic Approaches to God-Image
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
God as Heaven: Korean Confucian Culture and God-Image
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
God as Rice: A Dialectical Imagination of Minjung Theologians
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
God as Spirit: Where Pentecostal Spirituality and Liberationist Spirituality Meet
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
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Dr. Soo-Young Kwon is a Professor of Pastoral Theology and Director of the Center for Counseling & Coaching Services at Yonsei University. He has served as President of the Korean Association of Christian Counseling & Psychology since 2016 and is also President of the Korean Association of Couple & Family Counseling. An ordained United Methodist pastor, his research focuses on theology, psychology, multicultural counseling, and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. He has authored over 20 books and received multiple teaching awards from Yonsei University.
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