Economy of Grace [Paperback]

Kathryn Tanner (Author)

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Publication Date: June 17, 2005 | ISBN-10: 0800637747 | ISBN-13: 978-0800637743

Are there any fair and viable alternatives to global capitalism? University of Chicago theologian Kathryn Tanner offers here a serious and creative proposal for evaluating economic theory and behavior through a theological lens.

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About the Author

Kathryn Tanner is Professor of Theology at the Divinity School, University of Chicago, and author of The Politics of God (1992), Theories of Culture (1997), and Jesus, Humanity, and the Trinity (2001), all from Fortress Press.

Product Details

• Paperback: 172 pages
• Publisher: Fortress Press (June 17, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800637747
• ISBN-13: 978-0800637743
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #963,167 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Theological Economy, September 15, 2005

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This review is from: Economy of Grace (Paperback)

Tanner develops the idea of a theological economy that is centered around the concept of gift. She begins by finding fault with other theological treatments of economics and suggesting that money and grace are formaly related. She notes also that the attainment of goods is not a zero-sum proposition. She then suggests that a theological economy of gift should include the concepts of unconditional giving, universal giving, and non-competition within the community. This stands in contrast with critiques of capitalism offered by a reading of Locke or gift-exchange theorists. Finally, Tanner suggests practical ways that a theological economy can change the global capitalist economy.

With thorough arguments, Tanner presents an excellent alternative to the current system. Not only that, but she gives concrete steps to make this system relevant. This book should be required reading for those interested in Christian theology and economics.