From Christ to the World: Introductory Readings in Christian Ethics

by Wayne G. Boulton (Editor), Thomas D. Kennedy (Editor), Allen Verhey (Editor)

This is a single volume that effectively introduces students to the full breadth of the discipline of Christian ethics. This reader captures the range of timely issues related to ethics but not at the expense of essays that show the theoretical foundations of the field. Part One examines the sources of Christian Ethics―Scripture, tradition, philosophy, and science. The norms, forms, and contexts of Christian moral theories are reviewed in Part Two. The final section discusses contemporary questions about human sexuality, medical practice, the use of force, economic justice, ecological responsibility, and more. Relevant biblical readings and a series of case studies accentuate the text.

Genres: Theology, Nonfiction, Philosophy, Class, Christianity

552 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[David Blanchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent resource text that provides many different voices on various topics of Chrsitianity. I didn't always agree with those voices but that is one reason why I think this text is valuable.

[Justin Dewell · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book contains great excerpts from other lectures, speeches, and books. However, it's large size makes it uncomfortable to read in print.

[Paige · Rating 4 out of 5]

In compared to "Moral Issues and Christian Responses," another book assigned for my ethics class, I found this book much more helpful for articulating Christian points of view on ethical issues. The academic engagement allows for one to understand an argument and then deconstruct it to understand the core values being expressed. This is a key skill for doing ethical analysis and engaging those of other ethical view points. Although some of the essays are more dense or more inspiring than others, this book is a great asset to someone going into ethical analysis.

[Kristy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Definitely a collection of really cool articles articles not only centering around ethics but also covering topics like social justice as well.

[April · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a great compilation of essays from a variety of people on a variety of ethical issues. Very interesting, insightful, and educational.

[Wilfredo Mora]

1st Text Book for my new Ethics Class in the seminary.

[Kyle P · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some articles are interesting but overall the book is relatively flat.