The future of ethics: sustainability, social justice, and religious creativity
The Future of Ethics interprets the big questions of sustainability and social justice through the practical problems arising from humanity's increasing power over basic systems of life. What does climate change mean for our obligations to future generations? How can the sciences work with plur...
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| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Washington, DC
Georgetown University Press
2013
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| In: | Year: 2013 |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Christian ethics
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| Further subjects: | B
Christianity and justice
B Human Ecology Religious aspects B Human Ecology Religious aspects Christianity B Religion and justice B Religious Ethics B Christian Ethics |
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| Summary: | The Future of Ethics interprets the big questions of sustainability and social justice through the practical problems arising from humanity's increasing power over basic systems of life. What does climate change mean for our obligations to future generations? How can the sciences work with pluralist cultures in ways that will help societies learn from ecological change? Traditional religious ethics examines texts and traditions and highlights principles and virtuous behaviors that can apply to particular issues. Willis Jenkins develops lines of practical inquiry through "prophetic pragmatism," an approach to ethics that begins with concrete problems and adapts to changing circumstances. This brand of pragmatism takes its cues from liberationist theology, with its emphasis on how individuals and communities actually cope with overwhelming problems. |
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| Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references and index |
| ISBN: | 1626160171 |