By developing a philosophical reconstruction of the moral philosophy that underlies the Secunda Pars of the Summa Theologiae of Thomas Aquinas, Jean Porter illuminates Aquinas' theory of morality and shows its relevance to contemporary Christian ethics.
In this account of his thinking, Peter Marshall develops a dynamic and organic philosophy for the coming millennium which he calls liberation ecology. Liberation ecology is holistic in viewing the world as a harmonious whole and all beings and things as interwoven threads in nature's web. It recognizes intuition as the main source of knowledge, and, above all, it is libertarian in seeking to release humanity, society and nature from their existing burdens so that they can unfurl and realize toge...
Introduction to Jewish and Catholic Bioethics (Moral Traditions) (Introduction to Jewish and Catholic Bioethics)
by Aaron L. Mackler
Leavened with compassion, common sense, and a readable style, this introduction to complicated bioethical issues from both Jewish and Catholic perspectives is as informative as it is undaunting. Aaron Mackler takes the reader through methodology in Roman Catholic moral theology and compares and contrasts it with methodology as it is practiced in Jewish ethics. He then skillfully wends his way through many topics foremost on the contemporary ethical agenda for both Jewish and Catholic ethicists:...
It is estimated that 43% of women in childbearing years have experienced an abortion. The issue for many of these women goes beyond politics, banner waving, and shouting matches. It is a personal decision that was made that often leaves the woman with emotions she never expected. In "A Surrendered Life," Pat Layton shares her personal story, along with those of others, to guide women who have had abortions--and those who love these women--toward their own faith-based healing journeys. "A Surrend...
"This book's 14 authors explore whether it is the Christian church's role to sustain cultures and empires or to take a prophetic stand in relation to the human situation." [summary]"--Provided by publisher.
In this study of the possibility of emotional/ moral transformation through religious belief and practice, the silence of most modern ethical theory about the place of emotions in moral life is broken. The book attempts to explain both why emotions have been ignored and why they must be reclaimed.
Mechanistic dehumanization occurs when human beings are objectified and exploited as a means to an end, comparable to expendable components of a machine. This misconstruction of human value is a source and sustainer of overproduction, an excess of consumption, and the pursuit of unrestrained economic growth, damaging both people and the planet.The notion of mission as accompaniment promotes solidarity among church companions that embodies interdependence and mutuality. Grounded in the New Testam...
Bringing the wisdom of generations of black Catholics into conversation with contemporary scholarly accounts of racism, Christ Divided diagnoses "antiblackness supremacy" as a corporate vice that inhabits the body of Christ. To truly understand racial inequality, theologians must acknowledge the existence of "antiblackness supremacy" and recognize its uniquely foundational role in prevailing processes of racialization and racial hierarchy. In addition to introducing a new framework of racial a...
Christian Humanism (American University Studies, Series 7: Theology & Religion, #156)
The term "individuarian" describes a person who seeks leadership in service of his community - he is neither blatantly self-interested nor blindly communistic, but seeks to contribute positively to society. In "Individuarian Observations", William J. Byron reflects on this concept and the place of individuarians in both the Catholic Church and an American society in the midst of crises and transitions. Byron's sharp insights propose an alternative ethical model based on engaged social participan...
"Christian Theology: An Introduction" is internationally acknowledged to be among the leading textbooks in Christian theology. This new edition retains all of the highly acclaimed features of the first two editions, whilst incorporating important new material. Using clear and accessible language, the text assumes no prior knowledge of Christian theology, introducing the key ideas, debates, personalities, and schools of thought, clearly and accurately. The third edition has been developed in resp...