School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
Date of Award
Fall 12-2016
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Theology
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Charles Bobertz
Subject Categories
History of Christianity | Religion
Abstract
A survey of the division of the Christian Church in the East which also led ultimately to schism with the Church in the West. Supplying a context by introduction of the two biblical interpretive schools of Alexandria and Antioch, the essay frames the reconstruction of Christian identity in the territories of the East catalyzed by conflict between the leading ecclesial figures of St. Cyril and Nestorius, and traces efforts to negotiate unity. A closing reflection on possible lessons from the struggle considers how historical objective, interpretive consensus, right relationships, or recognition of present unity may assist the work to find a form of meta-identity that may honor Christian diversity yet also disambiguate to a place of meaningful solidarity today.
Recommended Citation
Gustafson, Manya, "A Story of Identity in the Christian East" (2016). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 1906.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/1906
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