Readings in Christian Ethics, Volume 1: Theory and Method

by Robert Rakestraw, David Clark

Essays by leading ethicists provide students with a comprehensive introduction to ethical thinking.

Genres: Philosophy, Theology

328 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1994

Reviews

[Barry · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book suffers from the same malady common to every anthology I've ever read: inconsistency. This is unsurprising considering what the editors of anthologies do: take published essays and chapters of books ripped out of their original context and paste them together in a new context. Writers usually write with one context or audience in mind, so to remove their piece from its original context and audience and present it in a new one is a major limitation in these types of books.

There is a nice variety of readings in this book, and the editors have done well in finding a diversity of views that run the gamut. Their introductions and conclusions before and after each part are excellent. It appears that the editors have done their best - and their best is impressive - but there is too much of a hodge-podge feel to embrace this book. Read it to learn about a range of views in Christian ethics, but don't expect to be swept away by the book.

[Jordan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Eh. Boring topic admittedly, but some of the selections were just too removed from their context to have any real impact. There are a few good essays however, and it's certainly worth cherry-picking through.

[VocalBillity - the Voice of one crying in the Bewilderness (tm) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pure theory, philosphy, and in some cases rhetoric. But, it is a GREAT preface to the Volumn II book, which actually has the applications for these theories and methods.

[Demetrius Rogers]

Good intro to the field.

[Mike · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good introduction to ethics and world views. It is a collection of essays but they were all helpful.