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Bd. 31 Nr. 2 (2023): A Tribute to Joseph Ratzinger – Benedict XVI

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Joseph Ratzinger: Evangelical Ecumenist or How to Argue With a Traditional Protestant Over the Immaculate Conception

DOI: https://doi.org/10.34839/wpt.2023.31.2.281-296  [Google Scholar]
Veröffentlicht: 2023-12-19

Abstract

This paper presents a trend among some traditional Protestant theologians to regard Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI as a sympathetic fellow-traveller and ecumenical dialogue partner, focusing on his implementation of the texts of the Second Vatican Council throughout his career, his unique approach to ecumenical dialogue, and his biblical focus when defending the Immaculate Conception in Daughter Zion. His robust Catholic commitment coupled with his thoughtful canonical exegesis makes him a valuable dialogue partner with those Protestants who have similar ecclesial and theological commitments on the other side of the Reformation.

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