Internalizing Historical Epistemological Studies in the Formation of a Contextual Christian Education Paradigm in Indonesia

Afriani Manalu; Jofrito Helong; Dirk Roy Kolibu

doi:10.55927/eajmr.v5i1.545

Authors

Afriani Manalu Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Jofrito Helong Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Dirk Roy Kolibu Universitas Kristen Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v5i1.545

Keywords:

Historical Epistemology, Christian Education, Contextual Paradigm, Christian Faith in Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to examine how insights from the historical development of Christian epistemology can be internalized to formulate a contextual paradigm of Christian education in Indonesia. Employing a qualitative, literature-based methodology, this study draws on sources from historical theology, philosophy of religion, contemporary epistemology, and Christian education, analyzed through a historical-hermeneutical and theological-conceptual framework. The findings demonstrate an epistemological shift from rationalistic models toward a relational, contextual, and praxis-oriented understanding of faith, in which faith and reason are integratively related. It is concluded that the internalization of historical Christian epistemological insights provides a solid foundation for developing a contextual Christian education that emphasizes faith experience, dialogue with local culture, and transformative learning grounded in lived realities.

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