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Overview
In light of these realities, Curran proposes his understanding of how the strands should influence moral theology today. A concluding chapter highlights the need for a truly theological approach and calls for a significant change in the way that the papal teaching office functions today and its understanding of natural law.
In a work useful to anyone who studies Catholic moral theology, The Development of Moral Theology underscores, in the light of the historical development of these strands, the importance of a truly theological and critical approach to moral theology that has significant ramifications for the life of the Catholic church.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781626160194 |
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Publisher: | Georgetown University Press |
Publication date: | 12/15/2013 |
Series: | Moral Traditions series |
Pages: | 288 |
Product dimensions: | 5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.90(d) |
Age Range: | 18 Years |
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Table of Contents
Preface1. Strand One: Sin, Reconciliation, and the Manuals of Moral Theology
2. Strand Two: Thomas Aquinas and the Thomistic Tradition
3. Strand Three: Natural Law
4. Strand Four: Papal Teaching Office
5. Strand Five: Second Vatican Council
Conclusion: Where Do We Stand Today?
Index
What People are Saying About This
Today, the field of Christian ethics is thoroughly ecumenical yet it remains true that Catholic moral theology has distinctive, even unique, roots when compared to other traditions that make up the field. In this book Charles Curran, an ecumenical theologian par excellence, focuses on his own tradition to examine the five elements that differentiate Catholic moral theology from the rest of Christian ethics. His study is a measured analysis of the development and impact of the five factors that have shaped the way Catholic moral theology has evolved. This is a mature and insightful work by one of the most respected scholars within the discipline.
This book is a significant contribution to our understanding of the development of moral theology. By Curran's wise choice of five critical historical strands in the history of moral theology, he provides needed background, particularly for those new to the field. His presentation of the history of the various understandings of natural law alone makes the book a valuable contribution. This book will be particularly valuable for those too young to remember the pre-Vatican II church as well as the Council itself because Curran deftly presents the currents of thought that led us to the Council, through it, and to our current debates in moral theology.
This thematic history of moral theology is vintage Curran: scholarly, accessible, and enlightening. Few living moral theologians can match Curran's masterful control of the literature and communicate so clearly. A perfect text for graduate courses and scholars seeking a broad understanding of what the field of moral theology looks like today and how we got here.
"Today, the field of Christian ethics is thoroughly ecumenical yet it remains true that Catholic moral theology has distinctive, even unique, roots when compared to other traditions that make up the field. In this book Charles Curran, an ecumenical theologian par excellence, focuses on his own tradition to examine the five elements that differentiate Catholic moral theology from the rest of Christian ethics. His study is a measured analysis of the development and impact of the five factors that have shaped the way Catholic moral theology has evolved. This is a mature and insightful work by one of the most respected scholars within the discipline."Kenneth R. Himes, OFM, Boston College
"Once again, Charles Curran demonstrates the importance of understanding developments in moral theology within their historical context. Deftly tracing the history of the discipline's foundational concepts and authorities, Curran reveals both continuities and discontinuities in our approaches to sin, reconciliation, natural law, Thomism, and the papal teaching office. Accessible to students and to a general audience in its broader narrative, Curran's volume also offers professionals an insightful analysis of recent history and events. This book is a valuable addition to any theological library."Julia Fleming, associate professor, Creighton University
"This book is a significant contribution to our understanding of the development of moral theology. By Curran's wise choice of five critical historical strands in the history of moral theology, he provides needed background, particularly for those new to the field. His presentation of the history of the various understandings of natural law alone makes the book a valuable contribution. This book will be particularly valuable for those too young to remember the pre-Vatican II church as well as the Council itself because Curran deftly presents the currents of thought that led us to the Council, through it, and to our current debates in moral theology."Thomas Shannon, professor emeritus of Religion and Social Ethics, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
"This thematic history of moral theology is vintage Curran: scholarly, accessible, and enlightening. Few living moral theologians can match Curran's masterful control of the literature and communicate so clearly. A perfect text for graduate courses and scholars seeking a broad understanding of what the field of moral theology looks like today and how we got here."Julie Hanlon Rubio, associate professor of Christian Ethics, St. Louis University
Once again, Charles Curran demonstrates the importance of understanding developments in moral theology within their historical context. Deftly tracing the history of the discipline’s foundational concepts and authorities, Curran reveals both continuities and discontinuities in our approaches to sin, reconciliation, natural law, Thomism, and the papal teaching office. Accessible to students and to a general audience in its broader narrative, Curran’s volume also offers professionals an insightful analysis of recent history and events. This book is a valuable addition to any theological library.