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HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies is an acclaimed Open Access journal with broad coverage that promotes multidisciplinary, religious, and biblical aspects of studies in the international theological arena. The journal’s publication criteria are based on high ethical standards and the rigour of the methodology and conclusions reported. View our Editorial Team.

 

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Original Research

 
Before John, there was Luke: A literary exploration of Lukan and Johannine Logosology  
Deky H.Y. Nggadas
15 January 2026

Original Research

 
Union with God in Psalm 63:8 and Manunggaling Kawula Gusti: A contextual study in Javanese culture, Indonesia  
Lilis Setyarini, Christian M. Boka, Rumiyati Rumiyati, Daniel A. Wibowo
14 January 2026

Original Research

 
‘Where are the prophets?’: How academic theology failed us  
Stephan F. de Beer
13 January 2026

Original Research

 
Reimagining theological education: Identity, curriculum and pedagogy in African urban theology  
Emmanuel Akatukunda, Stephan de Beer
12 January 2026

Original Research

 
A study on perceptions of immigrant acceptance in Korean society: Focusing on the concept of ὁμοιός in the New Testament  
Chung-Yeon Kim
09 January 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Kairos Document

 
The Kairos in the past, present and future in South Africa: Prophetic voice after 40 years of the Kairos Document  
Leepo J. Modise
20 December 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Kairos Document

 
Towards a Kairos theology  
Henco van der Westhuizen
17 December 2025

Original Research

 
Jesus and disability: A theological and practical reflection for churches in Nigeria  
Michael D. Olajide
16 December 2025

Original Research

 
A critical engagement between Asian feminist theology and liberation theology: The impossibility of doing academic theology from the margins  
Levi Checketts
10 December 2025

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The meaning of hebraistic terms as expressed in biblical Greek  
Muner Dalimana, Paulus S. Purwoko, David Ming, Kristian Sugiyarto
09 December 2025
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Notification: Final Article Published in Special Collection!

 
The concluding article of our special collection, 'Black Theology and Africa: Liberation, Justice and the African Context', guest edited by Prof. Mogomme Alpheus Masoga and Prof. Luvuyo Ntombana, is now available! Explore ‘Black Theology in socio-economic-cultural-political context in South Africa during the period of the Government of National Unity’ by Olehile A. Buffel and delve into the final insights on the discourse related to Black Theology in the context of poverty in the South African context, where the majority of those who are poor are black. Read it here: Black Theology and Africa: Liberation, Justice and the African Context. Thank you for following along and enjoying the complete collection! If you are interested in launching a special collection, please contact special-issues@aosis.co.za.  
Posted: 2025-11-29 More...

Call for Papers: 2026 Special Collection – Hope, Reconciliation and Joy

 
AOSIS calls on all authors to participate in the HTS Theological Studies journal’s 2026 special collection: Hope, Reconciliation and Joy. Submissions open: 31 January 2026. Submissions deadline: 30 April 2026. Read the full call.  
Posted: 2025-11-17

Notification: Thank You, Volume 81 Reviewers!

 

We would like to recognize and thank the reviewers who helped ensure the high quality of the research published in Volume 81 of HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies. Your contributions are invaluable! Your hard work not only improves the quality of the journal but also enriches the broader field of research. We hope to continue working with you in future volumes.

 
Posted: 2025-11-06 More...

Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy

 

Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process.

 
Posted: 2025-11-05

Notification: Final Article Published in Special Collection!

 
The concluding article of our special collection, 'African Platform for NT Scholars,' guest edited by Prof. Ernest van Eck, is now available! Explore ‘Africa platform for New Testament scholars’ by Prof. Ernest van Eck and delve into the final insights on [Contribution]. Read it here: Africa platform for New Testament scholars   Thank you for following along and enjoying the complete collection! If you are interested in launching a special collection, please contact special-issues@aosis.co.za.  
Posted: 2025-11-08 More...
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