The Bible in the Iglesia Filipina Independiente

Peter Ben Smit

doi:10.1353/phs.2021.0017

The Bible in the Iglesia Filipina Independiente

Peter Ben Smit^*

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The Iglesia Filipina Independiente (IFI) has developed its own position regarding the interpretation of the Bible. This article charts the evolution of the IFI’s hermeneutical position throughout the three main phases of its historical and theological development, drawing on official and representative statements made by the church and its leadership. It shows how the development of the biblical hermeneutics of the IFI parallels the historical trajectory of the church at large, from its inception under the leadership of Gregorio Aglipay (and Isabelo de los Reyes Sr.), to the centennial celebration of its proclamation in 2002.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	457-480
Number of pages	24
Journal	Philippine Studies: Historical and Ethnographic Viewpoints
Volume	69
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1353/phs.2021.0017
Publication status	Published - Sept 2021

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Keywords

BIBLE
CATHOLICISM
HERMENEUTICS
IGLESIA FILIPINA INDEPENDIENTE
TRADITION

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