Christian Education in the Context of the New Paradigms of Education and in the Romanian Education System

Abstract

The Christian concept of education is distinguished within new educational paradigms by the way it relates to the ultimate human reality at the essence of spiritual experience. Its ideological view of human life as a whole, along with the specific religious teaching methods, does not oppose individual vocational development and social inclusion. Rather, it supports the educated person by providing guidance in navigating the often unclear landscape of societal values. The Romanian education system, like other European systems, is open to what the postmodernist language calls the "tradition of the new," but it also has the capacity to incorporate value requirements related to European Christian tradition. This tradition is dedicated to promoting enduring values of humanity, beyond any ethnic, religious, or cultural differences. Christian education defines its priorities in relation to interaction with other educational models or paradigms, without denying their positive contributions. Thus, the school has the opportunity to become a definitive axiological landmark in society and a crucial space for refining values, serving as the most qualified institution to provide us with a vision of our future.