Abstract
Presented at Oxonmoot in 2024, the aim of this paper is to present a selection of theological Tolkien criticisms for the purpose of evaluating them through practical theologian Leah Robinson’s definition of bad theology. The point is argued that bad theology in Tolkien Studies needs to be identified and understood as unethical and replaced with the openness of theologian John Thatamanil’s criteria for religious diversity. Concluding will be a promotion of religious diversity as an ethical priority and evaluative tool for future theological engagements within Tolkien Studies.
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Polk, Nick
(2024)
"Evaluating Bad Theology and Making a Case for the Ethical Priority of Religious Diversity in Tolkien Studies,"
Journal of Tolkien Research: Vol. 19:
Iss.
1, Article 16.
Available at:
https://scholar.valpo.edu/journaloftolkienresearch/vol19/iss1/16
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