Evil and Christian Ethics

This book interconnects contemporary moral philosophy with recent work in New Testament scholarship.

List of contents

Preface; 1. Christian ethics or moral theology; 2. The real Jesus; 3. Evil and action; 4. Forces of light and forces of darkness; 5. The transformation of evil; 6. The theology of hope; Bibliography.

About the author

Gordon Graham is a former information technology professional with over 30 years of experience in the electric utility industry. During his career, he was recognized by peers and industry trade associations as an authority on information technology management issues and was a sought-after speaker on information technology strategy and aligning technology with business. Now retired, Mr. Graham lives in Oregon with his wife. Learn more at www.intrepidbrotherhood.com.

Summary

This book interconnects contemporary moral philosophy with recent work in New Testament scholarship and makes a powerful case for the rejection of humanism and naturalism, explaining the moral obligation to struggle against evil by reference to the New Testament's cosmic narrative.

Product details

• Authors: Gordon Graham
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 03.09.2010
• EAN: 9780521771092
• ISBN: 978-0-521-77109-2
• No. of pages: 260
• Dimensions: 145 mm x 222 mm x 19 mm
• Weight: 502 g
• Series: New Studies in Christian Ethic; New Studies in Christian Ethic
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works