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The research investigates the theological interpretations of history by Jean Daniélou and Henri de Lubac, focusing on their approaches to exegesis.

February 11, 2026

Typology, Spiritual Exegesis, and the Theology of History: A Fault Line in Ressourcement Theology?

Key Points

The research investigates the theological interpretations of history by Jean Daniélou and Henri de Lubac, focusing on their approaches to exegesis.
Literary analysis of Daniélou's and de Lubac's works
Comparison of typology and allegory in their theology
Examination of their views on Scripture and discipleship
Daniélou's approach emphasizes salvation history and typology as outward expressions
De Lubac's focus on allegory highlights inward spiritual interpretation
Their contrasting views contribute to a more nuanced understanding of ressourcement theology

Abstract

Kevin L. Hughes argues that Jean Daniélou and Henri de Lubac shared a profound commitment to patristic exegesis as a theology of history. Daniélou emphasized typology and the horizontal unfolding of salvation history in events, while de Lubac stressed allegory, interiorization, and the Church’s sacramental mediation of divine action. Their nuanced disagreements reveal complementary visions: Daniélou’s outward, historically engaged approach contrasts with de Lubac’s inward, anagogical focus, together shaping a rich, multifaceted ressourcement understanding of history, Scripture, and discipleship.

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Kevin L. Hughes (Tue,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/698c1cb3267fb587c655f41c https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.65172/3ptdfsjfb8bcauhe

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