In this groundbreaking book, Benezet Bujo, a leading voice in African Christian theology, offers an informed critique of Western ethics and lays the theoretical groundwork for a new African ethic. B
In this collection of recent essays (1988-92), all but one previously unavailable in English, noted theologian Josef Fuchs, SJ, examines key issues in normative morality. Identifying two strains, one
Do human rights apply only to a certain culture group or can they be demanded of all cultures and religions? This discussion about a common world ethos demonstrates how relevant and explosive that que
In the twenty-first century the basic questions of ethics are no longer the abstract terms of ethical theory, but the concrete and burning issues related to the influence of life sciences, the impact
Wolfgang Huber is Germany's most important theological ethicist, and this is a translation of his 2013 book published with CH Beck. Acknowledging our pluralistic world, Huber analyzes twenty ethical i
This is atimely and profound look at the enduring meaning of church office, and the guidance it is called to provide to the church in light of a changed world and a changing future. Includes es
Describes faith as a spacious landscape in which one can breathe freely, engaging the rich imagery of the Bible to help the individuals breathe freely and find orientation without feeling imprisoned.
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his ordination, Cardinal Kasper reflects on the nature and the future of the Catholic priesthood. Topics include "servants of joy;" krisis and kairos; perso
Buddhism and Christianity, two religions with distinct worldviews, are sometimes thought to be irreconcilable. Notto R. Thelle holds a different view. His life and work have been divided between the E
Written to honor the Eucharistic year, Cardinal Kasper shows the essential connection between the eucharist and the unity to which all Christians are called. Topics include the spiritual, pastoral, an
Philosophers of the Renaissance introduces readers to philosophical thinking from the end of the Middle Ages through the sixteenth century. International specialists portray the thought of twenty-one
A great deal has happened in recent decades in the study of the Apocryphal Acts, and the field of apocryphal literature is incredibly broad. A reader looking for a current, general, and concise intro
Today's religious violence challenges our understanding of religion. Do we need special notions such as 'cult' and 'fundamentalism' to come to terms with it? Does monotheism, with its claim to exclusi
Today's religious violence challenges our understanding of religion. Do we need special notions such as 'cult' and 'fundamentalism' to come to terms with it? Does monotheism, with its claim to exclusi
You stars of Anu, I call on you! You stars of Enlil, turn to me!You stars of Ea, all of you together, gather around me!I have offered you a pure sacrifice,I have scattered pure incense to you,I have p
Cardinal Ratzinger addresses the challenges and responsibilities that both the Church and society in Europe face after the collapse of Marxism. Both liberalism and Marxism have denied religion the rig
Edited by Karl Rahner is its second editon and by Walter Cardinal Kasper in the completely reworked, revised, and updated third edition, the Lexikon is the most authoritative starting point for inform
This first installment of the Encyclopedia of Theology and Church is the best one-volume reference work on the popes and the papacy. Part one covers every pope and antipope; part two discusses the in
Internal Corporate Investigations, Fourth Edition, provides step-by-step guidance for conducting an internal investigation, which can pose a potential risk for your company and yourself if not done co
