Munus triplex: A pedagogical application of a theological concept

The authors considered the identity of Christian teachers to be an urgent matter because rapid changes in society, and assumed that such a consideration could help envision education authentic way. They recognised current understanding emphasises unity with Christ and, therefore, set out demonstrate this is not only private spiritual life, but must also carefully professional practice. This article research paper per se, rather exploratory, constructive essay. examined elaborated on so-called three offices Christ: prophet, priest, king. After interpreting Heidelberg Catechism bringing it into critical dialogue contemporary voices, they identified implications for educational office prophet was reflected both implicit explicit messages teacher. priest observable teacher’s compassionate behaviour, while king seen humble citizenship struggle against evil, as well ethical views teacher promotes class. Three were found helpful rethinking teachers’ role. included potential counterbalancing dualistic practices (role prophet), placing emphasis care instead neoliberal pressures priest), envisioning subject content within coming kingdom king).Contribution: Through its teaching profession terms Christ, article’s seeks enhance faithful teachers. While focus primarily those employed schools intends influence working secular settings. argue are prophets impart, priests when act compassionately, kings encourage dedicated exemplary citizenship.