Jnanadeepa: Pune Journal of Religious Studies 24/1 Jan-June 2020 Genuinely Christian and Truly Indian: A Philosophical Reading of the Theology of Praxis

This paper explores the theology of praxis from
a philosophical point of view. Taking inspiration from the
works of Paul Ricoeur and Jurgen Habermas, this paper
highlights the richness in the understanding of praxis while
drawing attention to its complexity. It affi  rms the importance
of language, communication symbols and power structures
that are inherent to the theology of praxis. Caution is made
not to idealize certain notions like respect and benevolence—
however noble they may be—without taking actual cognisance
of the actual asymmetrical structure of power relation. An
analysis of collective praxis both in terms of conflict and cooperation
is done so as to invite the readers to the constant need to be open to new possibilities of appropriating the
praxis of Jesus in changing times and contexts.