O logos segundo o pensamento de Joseph Ratzinger/Bento XVI: uma reflexão introdutória

Abstract

: The comprehension of the concept of logos is one of the central points of Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI’s theological thought, which, based on the Gospel of Saint John, establishes the following truth: Jesus is the Logos himself, who gives meaning to all things. This introductory study is limited to the compendia “Introduction to Christianity: lectures on the Apostolic Symbol” (1968) and the volumes of the work “Jesus of Nazareth: The Childhood of Jesus” (2012) and “from the baptism in the Jordan to the transfiguration” (2007). It demonstrates, in general lines, how the greek word logos is understood in different philosophical movements. It addresses the theme according to the New Testament writings, especially in those books written by John, which demonstrates the term logos to be inserted in the Mystery of Salvation. Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI corroborates the fact that the real face of Jesus Christ is marked by the principle that orders the cosmos and reason, uniting all existence to Himself, giving it real meaning.