Abstract:
In this theological-historical study the question arises on the value of
religious studies for theology. An outline - mainly of Prof G van der
Leeuw's and Dr O Noordmans's views - is given in the article, and the
following arguments are highlighted: the effect of Van der Leeuw's
phenomenological background on his thought regarding the praxis of the
church, especially the liturgy; the dialogue between Van der Leeuw and
Noordmans, and the effect of this conversation on the theories as well as
the practical implications thereof . A position midway between these two
may be utilised for liturgical renovation.
