Call for papers - What is childhood? Philosophical, cultural and biblical-theological perspectives

2024-05-14

We are looking for innovative articles for LIMINA 8:1 (Spring 2025): "What is childhood? Philosophical, cultural and biblical-theological perspectives".

What is a child? Is there something specific that is unique to children? What is it that makes a child a child, and what distinguishes children from adults? There are many different and disparate concepts of what constitutes ‘a child’, ranging from aspects of not fully developed capacities to act, to an imaginary state of divine innocence, and complex considerations around adults’ rights to make decisions for children. These questions require a multifaceted re-consideration of the social position of children within societies and religions.

Deadline for outline submission: 15.07.2024