Christian Ethics/Moral Theology

ST750

Christian Ethics/Moral Theology

Spring 2025

Course Description

An introduction to Christian moral reflection and action. The course will also survey different traditions in ethics and their roots in Scripture. Finally, we will explore from a Christian perspective some contemporary ethical issues to develop confidence in addressing ethical issues.

Instructor: Dr. William Witt

Dr. William Witt bio.

Book List

Austin, Victor Lee. Christian Ethics: A Guide for the Perplexed (Guides for the Perplexed). London, NY: Bloomsbury T & T Clark, 2012. ISBN-13: 978-0567032201. List Price: $29.95.

Braaten, Carl E., and Christopher R. Seitz, eds. I Am the Lord Your God: Reflections on the Ten Commandments. Grand Rapids: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2005. ISBN-13: 978-0802828125. List Price: $29.50.

Hays, Richard B. The Moral Vision of the New Testament: A Contemporary Introduction to New Testament Ethics. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 1996. ISBN-13: 978-0060637965. List Price: $29.99.

Meilaender, Gilbert. Bioethics: A Primer for Christians. 4th ed. William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2020. ISBN-13: 978-0802878168. List Price: $22.99.

 


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