Bernard Lonergan: method in theology and the humanities
Keywords:
method, theology, intentionality of consciousness, humanities, meaning, cultureAbstract
This article examines the conception of method in theology as developed by Canadian philosopher and theologian Bernard Lonergan. In the first part, the author discusses the background of Lonergan's methodological theory, such as the style of thinking in which he had his formation as a philosopher and methodologist, Lonergan's own later reflection on this style as well as his ideas regarding the problem of cultural meanings. The latter part of the paper concerns the problem.