ABSTRACT

M.M. Thomas was one of the chief architects of the modern ecumenical movement. An outstanding theologian, his original and rather unconventional explorations into ecumenical social ethics remain highly relevant even today. Long before liberation theology burst on the scene, Thomas raised his prophetic voice for the liberation of humanity from the dehumanizing structures. Focusing on the theological and social contributions of M.M. Thomas and his legacy for our times, and published with the support of the Council for World Mission to coincide with the centenary of Thomas' birth, this collection brings together an international panel of distinguished scholars, theologians and church leaders.

part |51 pages

The man and his legacy

chapter |12 pages

The formation of a prophet of the cross

M. M. Thomas, the early years

chapter |3 pages

M. M. Thomas

An appreciation

part |82 pages

Prophetic witness for fuller humanity

chapter |15 pages

In the grip of an essential truth

Prophetic witness and the Christian presence in global struggles for justice

chapter |12 pages

“The Christian Community in a Secular State”

The significance of the thought of Dr. M. M. Thomas on state and politics

chapter |8 pages

A political theology of the crucified God

M. M. Thomas and the contemporary political thought

chapter |15 pages

Encountering MM's thoughts in action

Awakening of masses into people

part |80 pages

A dialogical approach

chapter |11 pages

Dialogue in the context of Asian plurality

Pushing the boundaries of dialogue

chapter |13 pages

Protestant, Catholic, Hindu

Some reflections on M. M. Thomas's assessment of Brahmobandhav Upadhyaya

chapter |17 pages

Dialogue as witness to the new creation

The missiology of Paul D. Devanandan