CONVERGENT PEDAGOGIES: HISTORY, THE TEACHING OF JESUS AND BRAZILIAN EDUCATION

Abstract

The article Convergent Pedagogies: History, the Teaching of Jesus, and Brazilian Education explores the foundations and transformations of pedagogy through three central dimensions: classical tradition, the teaching of Jesus Christ, and the contemporary challenges of Brazilian education. The analysis begins in Ancient Greece, emphasizing philosophy and democratic practice as essential pillars for intellectual development and active citizenship. It then turns to the first century, highlighting the pedagogy of Jesus Christ as a unique model of moral, spiritual, and ethical teaching, whose contributions transcend historical boundaries and remain relevant for human formation. Grounded in bibliographic research and supported by a qualitative and mixed-method approach, the study goes beyond historical synthesis to establish meaningful connections between distinct pedagogical traditions. By addressing contemporary pedagogy, it underscores the urgent need for teaching practices that respond to the demands of a hyperconnected society, where access to information requires not only content transmission but also critical and collaborative knowledge construction. The article argues that the convergence of classical heritage, Christian pedagogy, and current paradigms can provide innovative pathways toward a more humanized, ethical, and effective education. It is a persuasive call to reframe the educator’s role as a mediator of knowledge and values, capable of transforming teaching-learning into a meaningful and emancipatory experience.