Makna Teologis Frasa “Garam dan Terang Dunia” (Matius 5:13–16) dalam Konteks Pluralisme Iman
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https://doi.org/10.33856/kerusso.v10i2.523Keywords:
Matthew 5:13–16; religious pluralism; theological hermeneutics; contextual theologyAbstract
This research stems from the reality of strengthening religious pluralism in various regions of Indonesia, including Papua, which challenges the expression of Christian faith in public life. In this context, this study aims to interpret the theological meaning of the phrase “salt and light of the world” (Matthew 5:13–16) contextually, in order to find its relevance for faith praxis amidst diverse beliefs. The research gap lies in the scarcity of studies connecting the theological understanding of this text with interfaith social praxis. The method used is interdisciplinary qualitative, employing a theological hermeneutics approach and critical literature analysis of primary sources (the Gospel of Matthew) and secondary sources (exegetical literature, sociology of religion, and contextual theology). The results show that the "salt" metaphor represents the social function of Christians as agents of reconciliation through dialogue and human solidarity, while "light" affirms a dialogical witness rooted in kenotic ethics. These findings affirm that the Christian faith can be lived openly and dialogically without losing its theological identity, while simultaneously offering a relevant public theology paradigm for strengthening social cohesion in a pluralistic society.
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