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Christian ethics, writes theologian D. Stephen Long, is the pursuit of God's goodness by people 'on the way' to a city not built by human hands. The cultivation of practical wisdom that comes from diverse sources, it draws on all that is good in God's creation and among the nations. In this Very Short Introduction, Long examines these diverse sources, discusses the relationship between Christian, modern, and postmodern ethics, and explores practical issues including sex, money, and power. The book also examines some of the failures of the Christian tradition, including the crusades, the conquest, slavery, inquisitions, and the Galileo affair. Placing them in the context of the theory and practice of ethics and their historical perspective, Long notes the challenges they raise for Christian ethics. He concludes with a discussion of their implications in the modern era, considering how this affects our lives in the present age. Long recognizes the inherent difficulties in bringing together 'Christian' and 'ethics' but argues that this is an important task for both the Christian faith and for ethics.About the Series: Combining authority with wit, accessibility, and style, Very Short Introductions offer an introduction to some of life's most interesting topics. Written by experts for the newcomer, they demonstrate the finest contemporary thinking about the central problems and issues in hundreds of key topics, from philosophy to Freud, quantum theory to Islam.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction'? A: 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' explores the pursuit of God's goodness and the relationship between Christian, modern, and postmodern ethics, addressing practical issues such as sex, money, and power.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' is D. Stephen Long, a theologian who examines various ethical perspectives.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' contains 135 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' published? A: 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' was published on October 1, 2010.
- Q: What are some of the ethical issues discussed in the book? A: The book discusses various ethical issues, including the failures of the Christian tradition such as the crusades, slavery, and the Galileo affair.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in ethics? A: Yes, 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' is designed for newcomers and offers accessible insights into complex ethical topics.
- Q: What is the publisher of this book? A: The book is published by Oxford University Press USA.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction' is the first edition.
- Q: Does the book address contemporary ethical challenges? A: Yes, D. Stephen Long concludes the book with a discussion on the implications of historical ethical failures for modern ethics and contemporary life.