Christian Ethics
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See more"No history of ethics, and in particular, a history of Christian ethics can be purely 'history'. Rather it is as it should be an argument about how we need to think in order to act well as Christians. We are quite fortunate to have Michael Banners book because it is an incisive contribution to this project.
This enlightening book steers readers through the challenges and moral issues, providing a clear and decisive history of the main figures and texts in Christian ethics.
Christian Ethics offers a short and lively history of Christian ethics, exploring how Christianity has always had to grapple with complex moral problems. From questions about the status of early Christians who renounced their religion under Roman torture, through to current debates about euthanasia, this book provides an engaging exploration.
The book engages with the main texts and figures in Christian ethics, including Augustine, Benedict, Aquinas, Luther, and Barth. It considers questions such as human will, the proper form of Christian life, natural law, and whether human nature is at odds with Christian ethics.
Concluding with a thought-provoking chapter, Christian Ethics examines the role that Christian ethics can play in contemporary moral debates and ethical dilemmas.
Series: Wiley Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion
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Critics praise the book's powerful brevity and distinctive voice. Philosophy in Review notes Banner's engaging start with the Rule of St. Benedict and his positive yet critical approach to Christianity. Regent's Reviews highlights the book's impact despite its short length, dismissing it as more than a mere introductory guide. The Journal of Contemporary Religion acknowledges its effective engagement with key theological thinkers and challenges from modern philosophy and relativism. Overall, the book is seen as an accessible and thought-provoking introduction to Christian ethics.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781405115186
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 March 2009
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 254g
Pages: 162
About the Author
Dr Michael Banner is a Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge.
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