TMST8562 · Theology and Ministry

The Theology of Johann Baptist Metz

Clough School of Theology and Ministry

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Orfilio Valiente

Associate Professor, The Ecclesiastical Faculty · STM

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Instructor: 4.7
Course: 4.7

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Orfilio Valiente

Associate Professor, The Ecclesiastical Faculty · STM

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.7
Course: 4.7

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This seminar will unfold by first examining Johann Metz's early relationship and subsequent break with the theology of Karl Rahner. Next we will explore Metz's critical dialogue with the thinkers of the Frankfurt school and the manner in which this encounter led to the formulation of Metz's early political theology. We will then turn to Metz's mature political theology as a "theology after Auschwitz." Some of the themes to be considered include Metz's assertion of the need for "anamnestic rationality," his focus on "the theodicy question," his apocalyptic eschatology, and his articulation of a mystical-political spirituality.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.79 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.90 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.84 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.79 / 5

Weekly effort: ~6.5 hours

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Evaluation history 3 terms

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Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2025	1	4.8	5.0
Spring 2023	1	4.4	4.6
Fall 2021	1	4.8	4.6