Image of God (Imago Dei)

Imago Dei is a key concept in theological anthropology. This article examines its biblical use in Genesis and in the writings of Paul. In both cases, a crucial question is whether the image of God refers to aspects of human existence or to a reality in God in which humans participate. Further, the article presents some of the most influential interpretations of the concept in the history of theology, including mimetic, relational, and dynamic understandings. Finally, it presents selected examples of the concept’s use in contemporary interdisciplinary dialogue.