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Gustavo Gutiérrez, born on June 8, 1928, is a renowned theologian and the founder of Latin American liberation theology. His work focuses on the intersection of theology and social justice, having a profound impact on political and social change in Latin America.

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“Although until recently the Church was closely linked to the established order, it is beginning to take a different attitude regarding the exploitation, oppression, and alienation which prevails in Latin America. This has caused concern among the beneficiaries and defenders of capitalist society, who no longer can depend on what used to be - whether consciously or unconsciously - one of their mainstays.”

Source: Teología de la liberación

“To hope does not mean to know the future, but rather to be open, in an attitude of spiritual childhood, to accepting it as a gift.”

Knows Mean Doe Spiritual Attitude Accepting Childhood

Book:A Theology of Liberation: History, Politics, and Salvation

Source: A Theology of Liberation: History, Politics, and Salvation

“Theology is reflection, a critical attitude. The commitment of love, of service, comes first. Theology follows; it is the second step.”

Firsts Attitude Steps Reflection Commitment Critical Theology

Author:Gustavo Gutiérrez

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Born: June 8, 1928
Known for: Priest
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A Theology of Liberation: History, Politics, and SalvationRelated source material

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Praxis of liberation and Christian faith: notes on a course given at MACC [June 1 to 5, 1974Related source material

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