Christian ethics in a pluralistic society:

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" Christian ethics in a pluralistic society: "
P.J. Hartin

Document Type	:	AL
Record Number	:	1083108
Doc. No	:	LA126737
Call No	:	‭10.1163/157430197X00021‬
Language of Document	:	English
Main Entry	:	P.J. Hartin
Title & Author	:	Christian ethics in a pluralistic society: [Article] : towards a theology of compromise\ P.J. Hartin
Publication Statement	:	Leiden: Brill
Title of Periodical	:	Religion and Theology
Date	:	1997
Volume/ Issue Number	:	4/1-3
Page No	:	21–34
Abstract	:	This study aims at examining the way a Christian views hislher ethical values within the context of a postmodern society characterised by a plurality of moralities and religious convictions. This investigation begins with a look at the New Testament traditions with a view to inquiring whether there is such a thing as one 'Christian ethical system' that emerges from these texts which can be used as a ready-made formula for how one is to live in every given situation. The answer will be in the negative. Instead, it will show that ethics always operate in a challenging way. With this perspective in mind attention will be devoted to examining the Christian attitude toward the state and a pluralistic society. How does the Christian remain true to his/her ethical values in a pluralistic society? How do Christians interact with those who see things totally differently from themselves? This study aims at examining the way a Christian views hislher ethical values within the context of a postmodern society characterised by a plurality of moralities and religious convictions. This investigation begins with a look at the New Testament traditions with a view to inquiring whether there is such a thing as one 'Christian ethical system' that emerges from these texts which can be used as a ready-made formula for how one is to live in every given situation. The answer will be in the negative. Instead, it will show that ethics always operate in a challenging way. With this perspective in mind attention will be devoted to examining the Christian attitude toward the state and a pluralistic society. How does the Christian remain true to his/her ethical values in a pluralistic society? How do Christians interact with those who see things totally differently from themselves?
Location & Call number	:	‭10.1163/157430197X00021‬