DISCOURSE AND ISSUES OF THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION IN KYRGYZSTAN BASED ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE AND RELIGION

Abstract

The concept of theological education appeared in Kyrgyzstan after gaining independence. We can say that this is not only in Kyrgyzstan, but also in the CIS countries as a whole. And for the first time among the countries of Central Asia, it was launched in 1993 at the Osh State University of Kyrgyzstan. During the 30-year history of independence, the number of theological faculties has grown to five. Osh State University was not limited to only one faculty, but also opened 3 theological colleges and 2 theological gymnasiums. At present, it can be said that theological education in state educational institutions has increased. It is known that for 24 years the above-named educational institutions have produced more than a thousand graduates. Therefore, it can be noted that theological education has found its place in the Kyrgyz society.