“Theological Response to the Various Contemporary Issues" is a compiled volume consisting of articles contributed by various experts, research scholars, and Christian ministers engaged in diverse ministries. Their thoughts, opinions, and approaches are highly relevant and meaningful in addressing a wide range of contextual issues and challenges.

This book embodies many of the pressing issues currently being discussed and deliberated upon in the theological arena. It addresses topics such as the Adivasi struggle for justice and rights, the reformation of church traditions, the preservation of traditional wisdom and knowledge, and the transformation of Christian education. It also explores tribal self-defense and the social conditions of tribal communities; analyzes the causes and severity of Christian persecution; highlights the experiences of Northeast Indian women in mainland India; and examines methodological issues within Postmodern and tribal theologies.

Further, the book offers reinterpretations of God, people, and politics from a liberation theology perspective; critiques Queer Theology; tackles the issues of human trafficking and violence against women; evaluates the historical development of Christian education; and reinterprets Islamic texts in the light of ecological balance.

Given its wide range of relevant and timely topics, this book will be highly beneficial for students and educators across various fields.

Contents

Introduction

1. Adivasi Exodus and Isaiah’s Comfort: Reflections on Isaiah 40:1-5
    Glory S. Hemrom

2. Controversy over the Paradosis of the Elders in Matthew 15:1-11: A Critique to Some Traditions of the Adivasi Christians
    P. S. Loly

3. Tribal Hermeneutics as Resistance: Reading John the Baptist as the Defender of the Sovereignty of the Judean Hill People through the Lens of State Formation
    C. Chemtingla Sangtam

4. The Lord’s Prayer as the Prayer of the Subjugated for an Alternative Kingdom
    Jackson Siipunii

5. The Nature of the Persecutions of the Christians in the Early Centuries
    Menjiwapong Jamir

6. Paul’s Mobilization of the People for an Alternative Community: A Naga Perspective
    Tunchapbo S. P.

7. Experiences of the Northeast Tribal Women in Mainland India: A Christian Ethical Perspective
    Ajungla Jamir

8. Methods and Methodological Issues in Postmodern Theology and Tribal Theology
    Solomon Khyouchi Veino

9. The Role of Aadibasi Women in Preservation and Transmission of the Traditional Knowledge
    Suman Kumar Ekka

10. God, People and Politics: Rethinking Liberation Theology and Praxis
      Paul N. Tao

11. A Critique on Queer Theology: An Evangelical Perspective
      Inahoto Chophy

12. Christian Engagement in the Context of Human Trafficking: Perspectives from Christian Education
     Nukshijungla Veino

13. Christian Education in Indian Context: Musings for Transformation
      Pramod Chandra Lakra

14. A Critical Survey on the Development of the Nature and Purpose of Christian Education from 1st Century till 21st Century
      N. Vivi Achumi

15. Pastoral Care Approaches for Addressing the Emotional and Psychological Impact of Violence against Women
      Tsuktitula Jamir

16. Exploring Creation/Nature and Ecological Values from Islamic Resources
      K. Tokivi Katty

Book Review
The Gospel as Instructions for a Peripheral Community: A Tribal Reading
Jim Thomas

Dr. P. S. Loly is currently an Associate Professor at Eastern Theological College (ETC), Jorhat, where he teaches New Testament and Greek. Prior to joining ETC, he taught at Witter Theological College, Wokha, and Gossner Theological College, Ranchi. He is the author of two books: Poumai English Dictionary and The Gospel of Matthew as Instructions for a Peripheral Community: A Tribal Reading. He has also contributed numerous articles to various journals and edited volumes.