Bibliography 2: #BIB37101

Key	BIB37101
Reference type	Journal Article
Title	A Comparison Study of Liberation Theory and the Ruhi System
Journal	Journal of Academic Perspective
Author	Mehrgani, Shahla
Year	2020
Date	2020
Issue	1
Volume	2020
Abstract	This study seeks to understand the similarities and differences between Liberation Theology and the Baha’is current system that is based on the Ruhi System. There are some undeniable similarities between the key principles as well as the elements of these two systems. Both had been revealed during the 60s and the 70s in Colombia, in particular, and Latin America in general. They both suggest that religion is a social construction. Following the feature of constructionism, both suggest that religious activities and the nomos towards their cosmic frame of reference should be based on local and even neighbourhood activities. Both criticise academic theology and praise grassroots theology based on regular believers' interpretations of the scriptures that happen in the basic churches for liberation theology and Study Circles for the Ruhi system. Both are making efforts for justice, and both suggest that the prosperity of humanity is the fundamental principle and goal of religion. Regarding the search for justice in society, both believe every individual is responsible for freedom from poverty and oppression in their communities. Their approaches to freedom along with justice are also similar; they suggest that followers should take actions to reduce poverty and make efforts for the betterment of the world through action, consultation, and interpretations of the scripture within the Basic Churches (Liberation Theology) or the Study Circles (Ruhi). Then they will act through this loop until they gain their goal. They both suggest that there is no dualism between sacred and profane. Therefore, they prioritise praxis over knowledge and cognition. Accordingly, for them, the definition of faith is taking action towards the prosperity of humanity (starting from their neighbourhood). Both criticise Western liberalism and following that, the contest culture, which is the crucial principle of Western liberalism. The author explains some of the features mentioned above and how they are significantly similar to each other. The argument is made that the Ruhi System is highly inspired by Liberation Theology popular in Latin America at the time Ruhi was formed.
Language	English
Keywords	LIBERATION THEOLOGY; RUHI CURRICULUM
URL	https://www.journalofacademicperspectives.com/app/download/969924813/Mehrgani.pdf
Pages	1–14
Legal note	11.
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