Reimagining dominion: eco-theological critiques to care for our common home.

Abstract

study examines the biblical-theological concepts of Dominion Theology as an alternative form of criticism based on Critical Theory and Eco-Theology, and the ecological problems that the world is facing are also addressed. For a creation narrative, which is sometimes human-centered, Dominion Theology has served as a ground for exploitive control over creation by defining human beings as having power over creation and not as caregivers- which is, i.e., the anthropocentric view /misinterpretation of Genesis 2. Given the extent of this inadequate lens in the understanding of ecological sustainability, the dissertation seeks to transform dominion and its theological implications in light of a contemporary eco-theological perspective. Conducting a qualitative research inside a critical research paradigm that integrates the theoretical frameworks to deconstruct hegemonic ideologies embedded in traditional theological narratives using a qualitative methodology. At the same time, Eco-Theology serves as a constructive framework, advocating for an ethic of care, interconnectedness, and responsibility toward the environment. Table 1 identified the historical and theological foundations of dominion theology, and the study in green found evidence of ecological degradation contributed by visions of this type of theology and discussion that implies alternatives and sustainability. The findings show that a new vision of dominion theology, which is influenced by eco-theological principles, can be an appropriate concept for dealing with environmental difficulties. These are contained in changing the theological discussion from human exceptionalism to a comprehensive comprehension of creation as a community of life. On top of that, the research reveals the role of faith communities in cultivating ecological consciousness and action, so the potential to play a central role in environmental advocacy and care is highlighted. This study is a significant part of the constantly developing interdisciplinary dialogue between theology, critical theory, and environmental ethics. It presents the latest theological notions that the global movement of “care for our common home” is urged to follow. Therefore, in addition to the explanations of the theoretical framework, the book opens the vistas of a green theology oriented to practical implications already implied by academic criticism and lays the groundwork for the future eco-theological research and practical implications to actions and biodiversity, vegetable experimentation, and energy sources efficiency, which allows ecofeminism, which is an intersection of ecological and feminist theories, to be explored.