Theological Foundations for Environmental Ethics Reconstructing Patristic and Medieval Concepts

Name: Theological Foundations for Environmental Ethics Reconstructing Patristic and Medieval Concepts
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ISBN: 9781589012684

ISBN-10: 1589012682

ISBN-13: 9781589012684

Edition: 2009

Authors: James Schaefer

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Earth is imperiled. Human activities are adversely affecting the land, water, air, and myriad forms of biological life that comprise the ecosystems of our planet. Indicators of global warming and holes in the ozone layer inhibit functions vital to the biosphere. Environmental damage to the planet becomes damaging to human health and well-being now and into the future¿and too often that damage affects those who are least able to protect themselves. Can religion make a positive contribution to preventing further destruction of biological diversity and ecosystems and threats to our earth? Jame Schaefer thinks that it can, and she examines the thought of Christian Church fathers and medieval…

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List price: $32.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Georgetown University Press
Publication date: 5/7/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English



Introduction: Reading the Catholic Theological Tradition through an Ecological Lens



Valuing the Goodness of Creation



Appreciating the Beauty of Creation



Reverencing the Sacramental Universe



Respecting Creation's Praise for God



Cooperating within the Integrity of Creation



Acknowledging Kinship and Practicing Companionship



Using Creation with Gratitude and Restraint



Living Virtuously within the Earth Community



Loving Earth



Modeling the Human in an Age of Ecological Degradation


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Index