| Description |
1 online resource (246 pages) |
| Series |
Routledge Studies in Religion |
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Routledge studies in religion.
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| Contents |
Front Cover; Animal Ethics and Theology; Copyright Page; Contents; List of Figures; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. Responsibility, Imago Dei, and Animal Neighbors; 2. "Caring" for Animal Neighbors, Part I; 3. "Caring" for Animal Neighbors, Part II; 4. Drawing Near to Animal Neighbors; 5. Human Dominion and Animal Neighbors; 6. Christian Eating and Animal Neighbors; Conclusion: Naming the Animals; Appendix; Notes; Bibliography; Index |
| Summary |
In this book, Daniel K. Miller articulates a new vision of human and animal relationships based on the foundational love ethic within Christianity. Framed around Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan, Animal Ethics and Theology thoughtfully examines the shortcomings of utilitarian and rights-based approaches to animal ethics. By considering the question of animals within the Christian concept of neighbourly love, Miller provides an alternative narrative for understanding the complex relationships that humans have with other animals. This book addresses significant theological questions such as |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9780203137871 |
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0203137876 |
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