Studies on Karl Barth and public theology

Karl Barth (1886-1968) was one of the main theologians in the 20th century. His vast works have been revisited by various places. Public theology, terminology that started to be used in the 1970's, and still in progress, offers space for a new reading of yesteryear theological approaches. In Brazil, the connections between theology and public space, as well as the demand for a publica theological discourse in the university are some characteristics that mark recent researches in this study field. The present text, through a bibliographical analysis, explores different ways to relate Karl Barth and public theology, resulting in the understanding that there is a plurality of manners to develop that relationship, and that the works vary on their comprehension of public theology. To investigate Barth's relevant historical actions, reading him as a classic, and the emergency to translate his Christocentric approach in a public language are some ways to update Barth's theological legacy.