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He frequently lectured on theological topics, edited articles, participated and conducted seminars and conferences; he focused on the attention of Indian Christians involvement in nation-building (a favourite term), dialogues on Concept of Truth between Christians and Hindus - including, commonality on which Hinduism and Christianity might ...
Divine grace is a theological term present in many religions.It has been defined as the divine influence [1] which operates in humans to regenerate and sanctify, to inspire virtuous impulses, and to impart strength to endure trial and resist temptation; [2] and as an individual virtue or excellence of divine origin.
Chenchiah was a prolific writer and wrote on several themes, but his main focus was on rethinking Christianity in the Indian context. His literary contributions are in the form of numerous articles he contributed to the periodicals, "The Patriot", [14] "The Guardian," and two books he co-authored with others, "Rethinking Christianity in India", [15] and "Āsramās Past and Present."
Theological virtues are virtues associated in Christian theology and philosophy with salvation resulting from the grace of God. [1] Virtues are traits or qualities which dispose one to conduct oneself in a morally good manner. Traditionally the theological virtues have been named faith, hope, and charity .
The seven capital virtues or seven lively virtues (also known as the contrary or remedial virtues) [8] are those thought to stand in opposition to the seven capital vices (or deadly sins). Prudentius , writing in the 5th century, was the first author to allegorically represent Christian morality as a struggle between seven sins and seven virtues.
Systematic theological study of Christian ethics is called "moral theology". Christian virtues are often divided into four cardinal virtues and three theological virtues. Christian ethics includes questions regarding how the rich should act toward the poor, how women are to be treated, and the morality of war. Christian ethicists, like other ...
This category is for articles about interfaith dialogue, religious pluralism and ecumenism between Christianity and Hinduism. For articles and categories involving both religions, use Category:Christianity and Hinduism
Brereton adds, "the book has a number of unique virtues, includes recent developments in Hinduism, and shows an intimacy with Hindus and the present realities of Hindu life. Best of all, it is grounded in the practice and sights of Hinduism, not just on the great ideas of literary Hinduism" [ 10 ] Like Brereton, Knut Jacobsen states that ...