Introducing Protestant Social Ethics: Foundations in Scripture, History, and Practice

Matz, Brian

ISBN 10: 0801049911 / ISBN 13: 9780801049910

Published by Baker Academic, 2017

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2017. Trade paperback. 252pp. Index. NEW.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introducing Protestant Social Ethics: Foundations in Scripture, History, and Practice
• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Publication Date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 0801049911
• ISBN 13: 9780801049910
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: NEW
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christian Living

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Synopsis

Despite their rich tradition of social concern, Protestants have historically struggled to articulate why, whether, and how to challenge unethical social structures. This book introduces Protestants to the biblical and historical background of Christian social ethics, inviting them to understand the basis for social action and engage with the broader tradition. It embraces and explains long-standing Christian reflection on social ethics and shows how Scripture and Christian history connect to current social justice issues. Each chapter includes learning outcomes and chapter highlights.

About the Author

Brian Matz (PhD, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven and Saint Louis University) is associate professor of the history of Christianity and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Endowed Chair in Catholic Thought at Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author or coeditor of numerous books, including Gregory of Nazianzus.