In "Patristics and Catholic Social Thought: Hermeneutical Models for a Dialogue," Brian Matz argues that scholars and proponents of the modern Catholic social tradition can gain from the use of ancient texts for contemporary socioethical formation. Although it is impossible to expect a one-to-one correspondence between the social ideas of early church theologians, such as Augustine, and those of modern Catholic social thought, this book offers four hermeneutical models that will facilitate a fruitful dialogue between the two worlds. The result is a challenge to modern Christian ethicists to...
In "Patristics and Catholic Social Thought: Hermeneutical Models for a Dialogue," Brian Matz argues that scholars and proponents of the modern Catholi...
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.
Despite their rich tradition of social concern, Protestants have historically struggled to articulate why, whether, and how to challenge unethical soc...
