Johann Wilhelm and Johanna Eleonora Petersen's Eschatology in Context

Elisa Belucci's research aims to shed light on the works of the Petersens, analyzing and interpreting them in relation to the theological and socio-political context. She seeks to fill gaps in the research by examining their positions until 1703, unearthing sources and influences, and commenting on their ideas in relation to the historical context. The result challenges the traditional distinction between church Pietism and radical Pietism, orthodoxy and radicalism, showing that these categories are sometimes too narrow to describe the positions of certain authors.

Format: Hardback
Length: 298 pages
Publication date: 10 October 2022
Publisher: Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht GmbH & Co KG

Although the Petersens' name is quite known among specialists of Pietism, their work, their ideas, and the development of their thoughts remain mostly unresearched. Elisa Belucci aims to shed more light on her works, analyzing and interpreting them in relationship to the theological and socio-political context. In so doing, she fills some gaps present in the research on these authors: firstly, she analyzes the positions presented in the Petersens' work until 1703 at length; secondly, she tries to unearth sources and influences; Thirdly, she seeks to comment on the Petersens' ideas and positions in relationship to the historical context. The result is an entangled picture which questions the traditional distinction between church Pietism and radical Pietism, orthodoxy and radicalism/separatism, showing, instead, that these categories are sometimes too narrow to describe the position of certain authors, such as the Petersens.

Background:
The Petersens, a family of Pietist theologians and activists, have played a significant role in the development of Pietism, a religious movement that emerged in the 17th century in Germany. However, their work, ideas, and the development of their thoughts have received limited attention from scholars. Elisa Belucci, a researcher in the field of Pietism, aims to address this gap by delving into the study of the Petersens and their contributions to the movement.

Research Objectives:
Elisa Belucci's research objectives are to shed more light on the works of the Petersens, analyze and interpret their ideas in relationship to the theological and socio-political context, and fill some gaps present in the research on these authors. Specifically, she aims to:

1. Analyze the positions presented in the Petersens' work until 1703 in detail.


2. Unearth sources and influences that shaped their ideas.


3. Comment on the Petersens' ideas and positions in relationship to the historical context.

Methodology:
Elisa Belucci employs a combination of historical research, textual analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches to study the Petersens. She examines primary sources such as the writings of the Petersens, as well as secondary sources such as scholarly articles, books, and dissertations. She also considers the socio-political and theological context of the 17th century, which was marked by religious reform movements, social change, and political tensions.

Findings:
Through her research, Elisa Belucci has made several significant findings. Firstly, she has analyzed the positions presented in the Petersens' work until 1703 in detail, providing a comprehensive understanding of their theological and socio-political ideas. Secondly, she has unearth sources and influences that shaped their ideas, including the works of other Pietist theologians, political thinkers, and social reformers. Thirdly, she has commented on the Petersens' ideas and positions in relationship to the historical context, showing how their ideas responded to the challenges and opportunities of their time.

Conclusion:
Elisa Belucci's research on the Petersens has shed new light on their works, ideas, and the development of their thoughts. Her analysis and interpretation have contributed to a better understanding of the Petersens' place in the history of Pietism and have highlighted the need for further research on this important family of theologians. The findings of her research have also challenged the traditional distinctions between church Pietism and radical Pietism, orthodoxy and radicalism/separatism, showing that these categories are sometimes too narrow to describe the position of certain authors, such as the Petersens.

Dimension: 237 x 160 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783525540886