Anthropologists Engage Theology

A Constructive Contextual Theological Critique

Abstract

Once Christianity was seen as irrelevant to anthropology, missionaries were removed from its research circles. Now anthropology, through re-examining impacts of Christianity, is challenging its own foundations, insofar as it has Christian origins itself. The article exposes some deep problems in anthropology, as well as its deep roots in faith. Insights from Christianity can help anthropologists be more honest about their own foundations.