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“The current war waged by Russia against Ukraine once again sheds light on the ambivalent role of religion in violent conflicts, and especially the use of religious figures for imperialist political strategies. In this context, Mary is of particular interest, as she serves in Christian history (and presence) as the Queen of Peace, but could also take on characteristics of a warrior goddess. I suggest that investigating the complex use and abuse of Mary for imperialist strategies in the context of Christian–Muslim encounters can give some hints for overcoming the ever-present seduction of theopolitical imperialism, especially with regard to the current developments in parts of (Orthodox) Christian theology. Thus, I will first outline the premises of a political theology dedicated to peace that can only be worked out in a permanent polylogue of religions. Second, a historical overview shows the deep ambivalence of Mary as a theopolitical figure, particularly in the context of Christian–Muslim encounters. Thus, it is even more surprising that, thirdly, a close comparative reading of the Qur’anic Maryam can help to overcome the imperial theopolitical seduction. Finally, I will draw some conclusions about a theology of peace with particular regard to our conflictive times.”
“La guerre actuelle menée par la Russie contre l’Ukraine met une fois de plus en lumière le rôle ambivalent de la religion dans les conflits violents, et en particulier l’utilisation de figures religieuses dans le cadre de stratégies politiques impérialistes. Dans ce contexte, Marie présente un intérêt particulier, car elle sert dans l’histoire (et la présence) chrétienne de Reine de la Paix, mais pourrait également revêtir les caractéristiques d’une déesse guerrière. Je suggère que l’étude de l’utilisation complexe et de l’abus de Marie pour les stratégies impérialistes dans le contexte des rencontres entre chrétiens et musulmans peut donner quelques indications pour surmonter la séduction toujours présente de l’impérialisme théologico-politique, en particulier concernant les développements actuels dans certaines parties de la théologie chrétienne (orthodoxe). Je commencerai donc par exposer les prémices d’une théologie politique dédiée à la paix, qui ne peut être élaborée que dans le cadre d’un dialogue permanent entre plusieurs religions. Deuxièmement, une analyse historique montre la profonde ambivalence de Marie en tant que figure théologico-politique, en particulier dans le contexte des rencontres entre chrétiens et musulmans. Il est donc encore plus surprenant que, troisièmement, une lecture comparative étroite de la Maryam coranique puisse aider à surmonter la séduction impériale. Enfin, je tirerai quelques conclusions sur une théologie de la paix, en particulier en ce qui concerne notre époque conflictuelle.”
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