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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |51 pages
The man and his legacy
part |80 pages
Theological foundation
chapter |17 pages
M. M. Thomas and Richard Shaull
part |82 pages
Prophetic witness for fuller humanity
chapter |15 pages
In the grip of an essential truth
chapter |12 pages
“The Christian Community in a Secular State”
chapter |8 pages
A political theology of the crucified God
part |80 pages
A dialogical approach