Basic Christian Ethics (Library of Theological Ethics) [Paperback]

Paul Ramsey (Author)

Book Description

Series: Library of Theological Ethics | Publication Date: January 1, 1993

A comprehensive work in the field of Christian ethics, Basic Christian Ethics remains, more than fifty years after its original publication, an engaging and important work.

The Library of Theological Ethics series focuses on what it means to think theologically and ethically. It presents a selection of important and otherwise unavailable texts in easily accessible form. Volumes in this series will enable sustained dialogue with predecessors though reflection on classic works in the field.

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About the Author

Paul Ramsey was a distinguished writer on bioethics and served as Harrington Spear Pain Professor of Religion at Princeton University. He is regarded by many as one of the most important ethicists of the twentieth century. The Center for Bioethics and Culture Network created the Paul Ramsey Award in his honor, which is given annually to a person that has and is deeply impacting the bioethics discussion.

Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press (January 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0664253245
• ISBN-13: 978-0664253240
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #509,503 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Basic Christian Ethics, April 19, 2001

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Charles R Ellington,M.D./J.D. (Arcola, IL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Basic Christian Ethics (Library of Theological Ethics) (Paperback)

This fascinating look at the basic tenets of Christianity is both powerful and enlightening. It should be required reading for anyone studying ethics or theology as well as christians who want to come to a greater understanding of their religion and faith. Particularly noteworhty is the chapter called "Christian Love in Search of a Social Policy" which discusses, among other things, the concept of rights in the framework of compassion. This book has helped me come to a deeper understanding of my own faith and values and has transformed my perspective on a number of issues.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic Treatise, January 23, 2003

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Douglas P. Harley (Santa Barbara, California United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Basic Christian Ethics (Library of Theological Ethics) (Paperback)

The late Paul Ramsey continues to speak to our situation today. This book, originally published circa 1950, provides an outstanding introduction, not simply to Christian ethics, but to Ramsey's way of thinking. Especially thought-provoking is the section "What the Christian Does Without a Code."