Luke Bretherton Boeken

In  Christ and the Common Life  Luke Bretherton provides an introduction to historical and contemporary theological reflection on politics and opens up a compelling vision for a Christian commitment to democracy. In dialogue with Scripture and various traditions, Bretherton examines the dynamic relationship between who we are in relation to God and who we are as moral and political animals. He addresses fundamental political questions about poverty and injustice, forming a common life with strangers, and handling power constructively. And through his analysis of debates concerning, among other things, race, class, economics, the environ­ment, and interfaith relations, he develops an innovative political theology of democracy as a way through which Christians can speak and act faithfully within our current context. Read as a whole, or as stand-alone chapters, the book guides readers through the political landscape and identifies the primary vocabulary, ideas, and schools of thought that shape Christian reflection on politics in the West. Ideal for the classroom,  Christ and the Common Life  equips students to understand politics and its positive and negative role in fostering neighbor love.

Focusing on the intersection of theology and ethics, this book explores the connections between reason, tradition, natural law, and revelation. It addresses contemporary issues of plurality, tolerance, and ethical conflict, particularly within Christian and medical ethics. The work aims to provide insights for readers grappling with these complex questions, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the moral dimensions of hospitality and holiness.

This book assesses the construction of citizenship as an identity, a performance, and a shared rationality.

The book presents a fresh framework for Christian ethics, blending traditional sources with modern liberationist and critical perspectives. It emphasizes the ethical relationship between human and nonhuman life, addressing moral and political thought in a comprehensive manner. Through this integration, it aims to enrich discussions on Christian morality in today's context.

This introduction to Christian ethics presents a fresh framework for moral and political thought by merging traditional sources with contemporary liberationist and critical perspectives. It emphasizes the ethical relationships between human and nonhuman life, highlighting the importance of these connections in shaping moral discourse. The book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Christian ethics that is relevant to modern societal issues.