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Informationen zum Autor David H. Smith Klappentext Religious Giving considers the connection between religion and giving within the Abrahamic traditions. Each contributor begins with the assumption that there is something inherently right or natural about the connection. But what exactly is it? To whom should we give, how much should we give, what is the relationship between our giving and our relationship to God? Writing for the introspective donor, congregational leader, or student interested in ways of meeting human needs, the authors focus on the philosophical or theological dimensions of giving. The contributors' goal is not to report on institutional practices, but to provide thoughtful, constructive guidance to the reader-informed by a critical understanding of the religious traditions under review. Zusammenfassung Considers the connection between religion and giving within the Abrahamic traditions. This title focuses on the philosophical or theological dimensions of giving. It provides constructive guidance to the reader - informed by a critical understanding of the religious traditions under review. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface 1. Dispelling Common Beliefs about Giving to Religious Institutions in the United States Patrick M. Rooney 2. Giving in the Way of God: Muslim Philanthropy in the United States Shariq Siddiqui 3. Jewish Giving by Doing: Tikkun Ha-Olam Judith Lynn Failer 4. What Does God Require of Us? Byron C. Bangert 5. "Freely Give": The Paradox of Obligatory Generosity in Christian Thought Sondra Wheeler 6. A Catholic Theology of Philanthropy Edward Vacek, S.J. 7. Religious Discernment of Philanthropic Decisions in the Age of Affluence Paul G. Schervish 8. Consumer Debt and Christian Money Management: Messages from the Large U.S. Denominations Paula R. Dempsey 9. Paging Dr. Shylock! Jewish Hospitals and the Prudent Reinvestment of Jewish Philanthropy Robert A. Katz 10. One Man's Extrapolations: Conclusions after Two Years of Listening David H. Smith Contributors Index ...
