Abstract:
The relationship between the anthropological conceptions that human beings structure has repercussions on theological conceptions, which have implications for the liturgical and structural aspects of faith communities. Therefore, this thesis focuses on the Lutheran anthropology that developed throughout the structuring of Lutheranism, especially the Lutheranism of the Lutheran World Federation. The topics to be reflected upon are three cross-cutting themes that are an essential part of theological anthropology: the conception of the creation of the human being: woman and man in relation to God; sin, its meaning and implications; and finally, the freedom of this particular human being. Theological reflection, rather than viewed from a doctrinal perspective, is intertwined with the historical implications and systematic development of themes of faith. For this reason, theological thought on these points since Martin Luther will be studied first, and then the Lutheran conception will be examined, addressing these three themes for reflection. However, the reflection on Lutheranism will be divided into two major historical moments, primarily considering the sociocultural events that influenced the eras and allowed for a different approach to human life as an individual, as well as to humanity in society. Finally, within this current Lutheranism, we will offer some contributions and initiatives for reflection on the feminine aspect of pneumatology in relation to the theological anthropology of Lutheranism.
