Bad Theology in a Time of COVID

Erscheinungsjahr 2025
ISBN: 978-3-031-75296-4
Verlag: Springer International Publishing

Buch, Englisch, 144 Seiten, Format (B × H): 148 mm x 210 mm, Gewicht: 212 g

In this book, Leah E. Robinson discusses the Covid-19 pandemic as it was viewed in the theological community, both professionally and politically. Robinson explores the ways in which the misuse of various Christian theological doctrines have led to and perpetuated social ills. She begins by first defining her criteria for “bad” versus “good” theology, and then investigates the ways in which the handling of the Covid pandemic has provided damaging examples of “bad” theology. The book gives a voice to those who are trying to guide people towards scientific logic and good health, while simultaneously using the lens of Christian leadership.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Robinson, Leah

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Religionsgeschichte
• Geisteswissenschaften Christentum, Christliche Theologie Christentum/Christliche Theologie Allgemein
• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Theologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie | Soziale Arbeit Soziologie Allgemein
• Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie | Soziale Arbeit Spezielle Soziologie Religionssoziologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1. Prologue.- Chapter 2. Introduction.- Chapter 3. Bad Theology Revisited.- Chapter 4. Theology and Pandemics: A History.- Chapter 5. Prosperity, Pre-Millennialism, Partisanship, and Politicians.- Chapter 6. Church and Church Leaders.- Chapter 7. TV Preachers and 21st Century Snake Oil.- Chapter 8. Conclusion: What Did we Learn?.

Über Autor(innen)

Leah Robinson  is a Professor of Religious Studies and Theology in North Carolina, USA.