The book aims to answer key questions that students and the general
reader may have about Christian ethics. The most common approach to
the subject is usually to adopt a 'string of beads' approach, going
through key subjects such as: scripture, natural law, virtue
ethics; other ethical theories and so on. This is practical in
terms of structuring ethical courses, but often leaves students
struggling to see how the subject ties together, what is
distinctive about Christian ethics and particularly why Christians
disagree amongst themselves. This book adopts a narrative and
'concentric ring' approach, giving the overall picture right from
the start, and expanding out from there, giving progressively more
detail which can then be fitted into the overall picture, so that
the initial picture can be seen more and more clearly.An overall
picture of Christian ethics is given in Chapter 1, with key
historical and theological issues also being introduced. Themes
related to these issues are reinforced and developed in Chapters 2
and 3. The ground is then prepared for these to be integrated and
contrasted with more contemporary ideas and developments in Chapter
4. Having focussed on differences (which also helps to further
clarify the subject outline) in Chapters 3 and 4, Chapter 5 focuses
on similarities, whilst still giving more insight into some
differences. The topic of natural law is picked up again, and
linked to issues of pluralism, whilst also serving as a basis for
deeper discussion of both social justice, and global, medical and
sexual issues.These are discussed in Chapters 6 to 8 where
differences among Christians will be brought out in terms of the
principles already explained, as also differences with
non-Christian perspectives are referred to. The end of Chapter 8
links into Chapter 9 with an emphasis on the connection between the
material and the spiritual. Chapter 9 explores this in terms of
Christian spirituality seen in part as accessing the presence of
the Spirit. Pastoral issues, including issues of suffering are
commented on, before a sketch is given of the relationship between
Christian ethics and Christian hope for the life to come. Finally,
some signposts for further reflection and reading are given."
Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and
accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that
students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed
downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is
that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and
explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough
understanding of demanding material.
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