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| | Title: A PROLEGOMENA FOR THE THAI CONTEXT: A Starting Point for Thai Theology (Article) Description: The article explores the statement why "Thai are not interested in systematic theology’. The reason is most theology taught in Thailand is Western in origin. The problem is that the thought processes and epistemology of the Thai have generally not developed along Western lines. They hold different presuppositions and world view to that of the West. Furthermore, ‘local theologies which are directly applicable to the Thai mind and culture have not yet emerged’. The gospel of Jesus Christ can not yet be said to have become rooted in the Thai mind. This article discusses the necessity for develop of a Thai systematic theology. Subject: Contextualization; Leadership; Discipleship Type: Article Year Published: 2003 Pages: 19 Filesize:
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| | Title: Gaps in Beliefs of Thai Christians Description: This article's aim is to determine the extent to which Buddhism, Animism, Brahmanism, and the Thai social structure influence the belief of Thai Christians and to evaluate whether our present system and content of Christian education (e.g. preaching, Bible studies, Sunday school) are sufficient to correct any problem areas. Of particular interest has been to study how the prominent religions in Thailand influence how Thai Christians understand God. Subject: Syncretism; Discipleship; Leadership Type: Article Year Published: 1999 Pages: 9 Filesize:
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| | Title: A PROLEGOMENA FOR THE THAI CONTEXT: A Starting Point for Thai Theology (Thesis) Description: The heart of the research is an extensive study of the Thai context in particular the Thai thought structure, philosophy, epistemology and system of belief. Data was drawn from materials already available and six interviews with prominent Thai thinkers. A method of approaching theology in the Thai context is proposed. Subject: Contextualization; Leadership; Discipleship Type: Thesis Year Published: 2003 Pages: 182 Filesize:
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| | Title: A Study of the Relationship Between Christian Education & the Belief System of Thai Christians Description: This thesis looks at the Thai Christian’s understanding of God. The influences of Buddhism, Animism, Brahmanism and the patron-client system of social relationships are each analysed for potential influence upon Thai Christians in their understanding and relationship with God. These influences are then evaluated from a Biblical perspective. Subject: Syncretism; Discipleship; Leadership Type: Thesis Year Published: 1999 Pages: 244 Filesize:
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| | Title: Patron-Client Relationships and the Challenge for the Thai Church Description: This study investigates the patterns of patron-client relationships in Thai society. It primarily deals with the relationship between church leaders and members. It covers a wider spectrum of relationships within the church, especially where one person exercises influence over another. Subject: Culture; Leadership; Syncretism Type: Thesis Year Published: 1997 Pages: 164 Filesize:
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