“Veritatis Gaudium” is inspired by what Francis defines as the priority exigency today, especially in relation to Christian universities, which are called to “play a strategic role” in the renewal of the study system. Far from being self-referential or obscure, the document plainly outlines a mission that is truly a cultural revolution. “The theologian who is satisfied with his complete and conclusive thought is mediocre”, writes the Pope. The text is composed of two parts: in the first part, four background criteria are established. The second part contains general norms, special norms (i.e. only applying to Faculties of Theology, Canon Law and Philosophy) and final norms.