£64.99
£64.99
This book bridges ancient wisdom and modern realities, integrating sociological theories with New Testament principles. It offers a spiritual perspective on today's complex social challenges, inviting readers to respond with informed, faith-based action.
This book is a thoughtful exploration of how Biblical Scripture can inform and reshape our approach to complex social challenges in the modern world. It examines passages from the New Testament, extracting timeless wisdom on topics such as compassion, integrity, justice, trust, and respect. By grounding its analysis in scriptural foundations, it offers a spiritual perspective that helps readers better understand the moral dimensions of issues such as mercy killing, loneliness, social justice, debt management, social distancing, refugee rehabilitation, and family leadership.
What distinguishes this book is its integration of contemporary sociological theories with biblical principles. The author references current research and debates within sociology to demonstrate how Christian values can be applied to pressing concerns, including isolation, the negative effects of social media, and jingoistic attitudes. This approach encourages readers to think critically about the intersection of faith and society, providing practical insights on how Christian communities can proactively address the needs of the vulnerable and promote social harmony.
Ultimately, this book serves as a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern realities. It invites readers to reflect deeply on their roles within society and challenges them to respond to social problems not only with compassion but also with informed, faith-based action. It is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of contemporary life while remaining grounded in the teachings of the New Testament.
A vanguard of scholars asks what comes after the postsecular and postmodern in Continental philosophy of religion. This volume argues philosophy must liberate itself from theological norms and mutate into a new speculative practice to confront the challenges of our time.
Since his arrival in Detroit in 1930, W.D. Fard, also known by over fifty other aliases, has elicited an enormous amount of curiosity. Through meticulous scholarship and a detailed analysis of his teachings, this work provides huge insight into the founder of the Nation of Islam.
In this collection, Christian scholars from around the world explore how faith underpins academic disciplines. Offering a global perspective focused on Asia, these essays illustrate a faith-integrated approach to diverse fields from science to social services and business.
He stole fire for humanity, a timeless symbol of rebellion and selfless love. These essays trace the Promethean philosophy of love from its origins in Ancient Greece to its powerful contrast with the figure of Christ.
Over forty-five academics present scholarly studies on the treaties Prophet Muhammad concluded with Jewish, Christian, and other communities. This work offers unprecedented insight into the pluralistic nature of the state he created and includes translations of his Six Covenants.
A modern take on the tribal societies of the whole of Pakistan–their origins, history, and social profile. It promotes an understanding of the disruptive effects of external factors and reforms which failed to take into account their deep-seated cultural sensitivities.
Do people with religious commitment nurture altruistic action more than others? Social scientists present results of their empirical studies on Japanese, North American, European, Indian, and Thai societies to offer insightful reflections on this issue.
This is the first Eastern Orthodox work on animal suffering and human salvation. Using Biblical teachings and contemporary science, it argues that animal suffering is against God’s Will and that indifference to it has negative consequences for human salvation.
Irish religion is being redefined beyond Catholic power and sectarianism. This first-of-its-kind book explores the widespread changes, from new religious movements and migrant religion to the spread of New Age spirituality, in a wide-ranging overview.
The Wandering Jew began as an anti-Jewish stereotype. This work shifts the focus to the Jewish Other, exploring how Jewish writers and thinkers have subverted and reinvented the figure to confront modern issues of uprootedness, migration, and human rights.
Processing Your Order
Please wait while we securely process your order.
Do not refresh or leave this page.
You will be redirected shortly to a confirmation page with your order number.
