The T&T Clark Handbook of Christian Ethics provides an ecumenical introduction to Christian ethics, its sources, methods, and applications. With contributions by theological ethicists known for their excellence in scholarship and teaching, the essays in this volume offer fresh purchase on, and an agenda for, the
discipline of Christian ethics in the 21st century.
The essays are organized in three sections, following an introduction that presents the four-font approach and elucidates why it is critically employed through these subsequent sections. The first section explores the sources of Christian ethics, including each of the four fonts: scripture, tradition, experience, and reason.
The second section examines fundamental or basic elements of Christian ethics and covers different methods, approaches, and voices in doing Christian ethics, such as natural law, virtue ethics, conscience, responsibility, narrative, worship, and engagement with other religions.
The third section addresses current moral issues in politics, medicine, economics, ecology, criminal justice and other related spheres from the perspective of Christian ethics, including war, genetics, neuroethics, end-of-life decisions, marriage, family, work, sexuality, nonhuman animals, migration, aging, policing, incarceration, capital punishment, and more.
Edited by:
Tobias Winright (Saint Louis University USA)
Imprint: T.& T.Clark Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 244mm,
Width: 169mm,
ISBN: 9780567700261
ISBN 10: 0567700267
Series: T&T Clark Handbooks
Pages: 512
Publication Date: 29 December 2022
Audience:
College/higher education
,
Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction: Christian Ethics and the Four Sources, Tobias Winright, Saint Louis University, USA Section 1: Fonts, Grounds, Sources of Christian Ethics 1. Christian Ethics and Scripture: Ongoing Interpretation in Good Faith, Kathryn Blanchard, Alma College, USA 2. Christian Ethics and Tradition, D. Stephen Long, Southern Methodist University, USA 3. Christian Ethics and Experience, Laurie Johnston, Emmanuel College, USA 4. Christian Ethics and Reason, Kathryn Lilla Cox, University of San Diego, USA Section 2: Approaches, Methods, and Voices in Christian Ethics 5. Christian Ethics, Norms, and the Moral Evaluation of an Act, James Bretzke, SJ, John Carroll University, USA 6. Virtue Ethics, Daniel Daly, Boston College School of Theology and Ministry, USA 7. Conscience, Elizabeth Sweeny Block, Saint Louis University, USA 8. Natural Law, Elizabeth Agnew Cochran, Duquesne University, USA 9. Emotions and Christian Ethics, Michael P. Jaycox, Seattle University, USA 10. Narrative, Dallas Gingles, Southern Methodist University, USA 11. Responsibility, Esther Reed, University of Exeter, UK 12. Worship and Christian Ethics, Stephen Wilson, Spring Hill College, USA 13. Autonomy and Heteronomy in Eastern Christian Thought and Post-Enlightenment Moral Paradigms, Demetrios Harper, University of Winchester, UK 14. Christian Ethics and Other Religions, David Clairmont, University of Notre Dame, USA Section 3: Issues, Applications, and 21st-Century Agenda for Christian Ethics A. Politics and Society 15. Politics and Political Theology, Elizabeth Phillips, Margaret Beaufort Institute of Theology, UK 16. Human Rights, William O’Neill, SJ, Jesuit School of Theology, Santa Clara University, USA 17. Migration, Elizabeth Collier, Dominican University, USA 18. Feminist Ethics and Age-Based Policy, Sarah Moses, The University of Mississippi, USA 19. Focal Practices, Virtual Reality, Authenticity and Public Space, Trevor George Hunsberger Bechtel, University of Michigan, USA B. Conflict, War, and Peace 20. Terrorism and the Responsibility to Protect, Brian Stiltner, Sacred Heart University, USA 21. Killer Robots and Cyber Warfare: Technology and War in the 21st Century, Matthew Shadle, Marymount University, USA 22. Holy Disobedience: Political Resistance and Christian Ethics, Anna Floerke Scheid, Duquesne University, USA C. Criminal Justice 23. Crime and Punishment, Michelle Clifton-Soderstrom, Northpark College, USA 24. Mass Incarceration, James Logan, Earlham College, USA 25. Restorative Justice, Amy Levad, University of Saint Thomas, USA 26. The Police, Andy Alexis-Baker, Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago, USA 27. Capital Punishment, David Cloutier, Catholic University of America, USA 28. Deescalating the War on Drugs: A Christian Social Ethic for the Legalization of Marijuana in the United States, Jermaine McDonald, Kennesaw State University, USA D. Medicine and Health Care 29. Medicine, Bioethics, and Health Care, Conor Kelly, Marquette University, USA 30. Mental Health and Trauma, Warren Kinghorn, Duke University, USA 31. Death and Dying, Christopher Vogt, Saint John’s University, USA 32. Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Genetics, Kara Slade, Princeton University, USA 33. Health Inequities Are Killing Us: Christians Better Show Up, Aana Marie Vigen, Loyola University Chicago, USA 34. Neuroethics, Neil Messer, University of Winchester, UK E. Economics 35. Property, Capitalism, and Economics, Christina McRorie, Creighton University, USA 36. Wealth, Poverty, and Personal Holiness, Kate Ward, Marquette University, USA 37. Work and Vocation, Elisabeth Kincaid, Nashotah House Theological Seminary, USA 38. Orthodox Christianity and Poverty, Phillip LeMasters, McMurry University, USA F. Ecology 39. Land and Ecosystems, Daniel Scheid, Duquesne University, USA 40. Climate Change, Jeremy Kidwell, University of Birmingham, UK 41. Nonhuman Creatures, David Clough, University of Chester, UK 42. Just Eating? Bodies, Gifts, and Daily Bread, Debra Murphy, West Virginia Wesleyan College, USA G. Sex, Gender, Marriage, and Family 43. Sex and Sexuality, Karen Peterson-Iyer, Santa Clara University, USA 44. Marriage and Family, Marcus Mescher, Xavier University, USA 45. Adoptive Families, Darlene Weaver, Duquesne University, USA 46. Nondiscrimination Legislation and Sexual Orientation and Gender: A Critical Analysis of the Catholic Position, Todd A. Salzman, Creighton University, USA, and Michael G. Lawler, Creighton University, USA Conclusion: Christian Ethics: Past, Present, and Future, Andrea Vicini, SJ, Boston College, USA
Tobias Winright is Associate Professor of Theological Ethics and Associate Professor of Health Care Ethics, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, USA.
Reviews for T&T Clark Handbook of Christian Ethics
Tobias Winright deserves the highest accolades for bringing together articles covering all areas of Christian ethics in this handbook that is ecumenical, comprehensive in its scope, and inclusive of the diversity of approaches existing in Christian ethics today. -- Charles E. Curran, Southern Methodist University, USA Congratulations to Tobias Winright and T & T Clark for assembling and publishing such a compelling collection of essays by many of the most remarkable (and new and youthful!!!) voices in the field today. This Handbook is now a significant guide to the field, both in its foundations and method and in its practical applications, giving particular attention not only to the major issues of our day (healthcare, politics, sexuality, war and peace, economy, and the environment) but also the often overlooked field of criminal justice. A salutary and indispensable work. -- James F. Keenan, Boston College, USA The range of contemporary issues engaged with is truly breath-taking, as is the depth of scholarship and reflection evident in the well-crafted texts. I have no doubt this volume will stand the test of time and become a standard reference book for people concerned about our world and committed to action rooted in understanding. -- Padraig Corkery, Maynooth College, Ireland The T&T Clark Handbook of Christian Ethics brings together a wide range of quality scholars to address an equally wide range set of issues arising within Christian ethics. It will serve both as a sourcebook for courses and as a steady presence in the libraries of even advanced scholars. Highly recommended. -- Todd Whitmore, University of Notre Dame, USA
