Historical theology

Historical theology is a branch of theology that investigates the socio-historical and cultural mechanisms that give rise to theological ideas, statements, and systems. Research and method in this field focus on the relationship between theology and context as well as the major theological influences upon the figures and topics studied. Historical theologians are thus concerned with the historical development of theology.

See also

• History of Christianity
• Alister McGrath

External links

• Doctoral Study in Historical Theology at Saint Louis University