Christians frequently resist evolutionary theory, believing it to
be incompatible with the core values of their tradition. But what
exactly are the tensions between evolution and religious faith in
the area of human morality? "Evolution and Ethics examines the
burning questions of human morality from the standpoint of
Christian thought and contemporary biology, asking where the two
perspectives diverge and where they may complement one another.
Representing a significant dialogue between world-class
scientists, philosophers, and theologians, this volume explores the
central features of biological and religious accounts of human
morality, introducing the leading theories and locating the key
points of contention. Central to these discussions are the
questions of whether human actions are ever genuinely selfless,
whether there is something in the moral life that transcends
biological function, and whether one can sensibly speak of an
overall purpose to the course of evolution.
Certain to engage scholars, students, and general readers alike,
"Evolution and Ethics offers a balanced, levelheaded, constructive
approach to an often divisive debate.
Contributors: Larry Arnhart
Christopher Boehm
Craig A. Boyd
Robert Boyd
Michael J. Chapman
Philip Clayton
Loren Haarsma
John Hare
S. Mark Heim
David C. Lahti
Thomas Jay Oord
Gregory R. Peterson
Joseph Poulshock
Peter J. Richerson
Philip A. Rolnick
Holmes Rolston III
Michael Ruse
Jeffrey Schloss
Rene van Woudenberg
General
Imprint: |
William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
August 2004 |
First published: |
August 2004 |
Authors: |
Philip Clayton
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Dimensions: |
229 x 133 x 25mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
339 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-8028-2695-4 |
Categories: |
Books >
Humanities >
Philosophy >
General
Books >
Philosophy >
General
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LSN: |
0-8028-2695-4 |
Barcode: |
9780802826954 |
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