Schleiermacher and the Humanistic Reading of Christian Theology

The present paper deals with an analysis and explanation of the role of humanism in Frederick Schleiermacher's thoughts and ideas. The aim of the research is to show the effect of humanism in the mindset of a figure that is considered the pioneer of modern theology and plays an important role in theological ideas. Using a descriptive-analytical method, this paper explores the family conditions, the scientific and cultural environment of the Schleiermacher’s community and his ideas and thoughts. It concludes that he was strongly influenced by humanism, and his theological ideas, which were meant to overcome the problems caused by the new scientific achievements for Christian theology, were entirely based on the principles of humanism.