A Treasure in Earthen Vessels: An Instrument for an Ecumenical Reflection on Hermeneutics

This text explores the complex but often creative field of hermeneutics - the interpretation of texts, symbols, and rites - and its role in the search for visible church unity. It invites us to reflect on how we approach and evaluate one another's language and symbols, as a contribution to mutual understanding among Christians and churches.

• Preface
• A. Introduction
• B. Common understanding of the one Tradition
• C. One Gospel in many contexts
• D. The Church as an hermeneutical community
• E. Conclusion
• Notes