Dr. Petra Heldt explores key moments in Christian history that have shaped the Church’s relationship with the Jewish people, focusing on the Council of Nicaea, Martin Luther, and the development of supersessionist theology.
Drawing on historical sources and figures such as Nicholas of Lyra and the Jewish commentator Rashi, Dr. Heldt examines how Christian interpretations of Scripture developed over time and the consequences these interpretations had for Jewish-Christian relations.
Emphasizing the importance of historical context in Christology, she calls for a renewed ecumenical approach that considers the Nicene Creed within the broader biblical and historical context of Israel. This thought-provoking presentation points toward a way forward—one that recognizes Christianity’s Jewish foundations while encouraging deeper theological reflection and stronger Jewish-Christian understanding.
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Nicaea: Luther, the Church Fathers and the Way Forward | Dr. Petra Heldt
Dr. Petra Heldt explores key moments in Christian history that have shaped the Church’s relationship with the Jewish people, focusing on the Council of Nicaea, Martin Luther, and the development of supersessionist theology.
Drawing on historical sources and figures such as Nicholas of Lyra and the Jewish commentator Rashi, Dr. Heldt examines how Christian interpretations of Scripture developed over time and the consequences these interpretations had for Jewish-Christian relations.
Emphasizing the importance of historical context in Christology, she calls for a renewed ecumenical approach that considers the Nicene Creed within the broader biblical and historical context of Israel. This thought-provoking presentation points toward a way forward—one that recognizes Christianity’s Jewish foundations while encouraging deeper theological reflection and stronger Jewish-Christian understanding.
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