Cyril Orji

Bible Interpretation and the African Culture

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Bible Interpretation and the African Culture is a praxis-oriented work on biblical hermeneutics that brings to light the hidden dangers of ‘cultural schizophrenia’ that have long plagued the work of inculturation and biblical studies in some African communities. . . . Those interested in developing or understanding how a distinctly African hermeneutics is different from other forms of hermeneutics will find this work very helpful.”

Communion Ecclesiology and Social Transformation in African Catholicism

Theology

“Communion Ecclesiology and Social Transformation in African Catholicism is very timely for a serious study in ecclesiology. This work by Idara Otu is based on a systematic, biblical, and historical study of Catholic theology. Its possibilities for Christian theology are enormous. Anyone interested in the convergence and influence of three momentous events (Vatican II, the First African Synod, and the Second African Synod) on African ecclesial life will appreciate this well-researched work.”

Lonergan, Social Transformation, and Sustainable Human Development

Philosophy

“Joseph Ogbonnaya has produced a valuable book that contributes to the stock of knowledge both for theological studies in general and Lonergan scholarship in particular. . . . By retrieving and utilizing Lonergan's philosophical anthropology in this important discourse on development, Ogbonnaya has opened up a new area of intellectual activity, an area that if further investigated and developed holds a bright future, not only for theological education, but also for sociology and politics.”

Under the Shade Tree

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Under the Shade Tree is a theological solution to the recuring problem of ahistorical reading of the Bible in general and in Africa in particular. Joseph Ogbonnaya’s work brings a freshness that bridges existing gaps between systematic theology and biblical hermeneutics. Common folks will flock to it because it offers the non-specialist some sensible guides for reading Scripture in the twenty-first century. Scholars will embrace it because it draws from the richness of the Christian tradition and is grounded in the ecclesial practices of the Catholic Church.”