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

by Brian Matz

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780801049910
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	03/14/2017
Pages:	272
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.70(d)

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.

Table of Contents

Contents

Introduction
Part 1: Social Ethics and Scripture
1. The Pentateuch
2. Historical, Poetical, and Wisdom Literature
3. Prophets
4. Jesus in the New Testament
5. The Early Decades of Christianity
Part 1 Summary
Part 2: Social Ethics in Christian History
6. Late Antiquity
7. Middle Ages
8. Reformations Era
9. Post-Reformations Era
10. Contemporary Catholic Social Ethics
Part 2 Summary
Part 3: Principles for Protestant Social Ethics
11. Human Dignity
12. Common Good
13. Justice
14. Solidarity
15. Subsidiarity
Part 3 Summary
Index