Description: Aquinas's Ethics by Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung, Colleen McCluskey, Christina Van Dyke This work places Thomas Aquinass moral theory in its full philosophical and theological context in a way that makes Aquinas accessible to students and interested general readers. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The purpose of Aquinass Ethics is to place Thomas Aquinass moral theory in its full philosophical and theological context and to do so in a way that makes Aquinas (1224/5-1274) readily accessible to students and interested general readers, including those encountering Aquinas for the first time. Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung, Colleen McCluskey, and Christina Van Dyke begin by explaining Aquinass theories of the human person and human action, since these ground his moral theory. In their interpretation, Aquinass theological commitments crucially shape his account of the human person, human capacities for action, and human flourishing. The authors develop a comprehensive picture of Aquinass thought, which is designed to help students understand how his concept of happiness and the good life are part of a coherent, theologically-informed worldview.Many studies of Aquinas naturally focus on certain areas of his thought and tend to assume a general knowledge of the whole. Aquinass Ethics takes the opposite approach: it intentionally links his metaphysics and anthropology to his action theory and ethics to illuminate how the moral theory is built on foundations laid elsewhere. The authors emphasize the integration of concepts of virtue, natural law, and divine grace within Aquinass ethics, rather than treating such topics in isolation or opposition. Their approach, presented in clear and deliberately non-specialist language, reveals the coherent nature of Aquinass account of the moral life and of what fulfills us as human beings. The result is a rich and engaging framework for further investigation of Aquinass thought and its applications. Author Biography Christina Van Dyke is associate professor of philosophy at Calvin College. Review "Aquinass Ethics is a perfect introduction to one of the most sophisticated and influential ethical systems in Western thought. DeYoung, McCluskey, and Van Dyke capture the brilliant clarity of Aquinass moral vision, offering an illuminating perspective true to both the theoretical depth and practical richness of Aquinass writings. Those new to Aquinass ideas will find this book eminently readable. Everyone—students and scholars alike—will appreciate its direct, distinctive voice and clear philosophical intelligence." —Scott MacDonald, Norma K. Regan Professor in Christian Studies, Cornell University"Aquinass Ethics is an excellent contribution to the literature on Aquinas and ethics, providing an integrated and robust account of the relationship between a metaphysics of human nature, natural law theory, and virtue theory. Showing these inextricable connections, it is very much like the work of St. Thomas himself, and suggests why so many lesser theories of ethics are unsatisfying for their lack of depth and comprehensive reach." —John Kavanaugh, S.J., Saint Louis University"DeYoung, McCluskey, and Van Dyke have written the ideal introduction to Aquinass ethics, situating it in the broader context of his thinking about human nature and action. Although Aquinas cared more about—and wrote more about—ethics than about any other philosophical topic, it remains the most unjustly neglected aspect of his thought. I know of no better guide to that territory than this book." —Robert Pasnau, University of Colorado at Boulder"DeYoung, McCluskey, and Van Dyke hope to show the metaphysical foundations of Aquinass moral theory by placing it within the broader Christian theological context of his work. . . . Rejecting as narrow and unbalanced the contemporary view of Thomas as a natural law ethicist, the authors try to restore (or relegate) the natural law to its rightful place in his thought. . . . It provides a first-rate introduction for the undergraduate audience." —Choice"While this book breaks no new ground, it offers a holistic and theologically informed reading of Aquinas ethics. I highly recommend this book as a valuable introduction to the ethics of Thomas Aquinas. It is an eminently clear exposition of a complex system." —Catholic Library World"In this recent book, Rebecca DeYoung Konyndyk, Colleen McCluskey, and Christina Van Dyke have sought to provide a comprehensive yet manageable introduction to St. Thomas Aquinas moral thought. The text itself flows well and is uncluttered by notations, with a fairly extensive scholarly apparatus confined to 46 pages of endnotes at the back of the book. Overall, Aquinass Ethics is a very useful text that should find a wide readership." —Dialogue"This is an excellent introduction not only to Aquinass ethics per se but also to much of medieval Scholastic thought in general. . . .Those unfamiliar with medieval philosophy in general or Aquinass ethics in particular will gain greatly from having read it. Even those who already have some such familiarity are sure to benefit from the particular metaphysical and integrationist frameworks this work offers." —Speculum"The study nicely reflects the authors involvement with undergraduate teaching, which affords a refreshing level of presentation, replete with examples. . . . The result is an articulate and detailed presentation of what Aquinas says, yet affording less insight into the issues he was struggling with, or of the creative ways he develops to address them." —The Living Church"The authors of Aquinass Ethics have furnished budding Thomists and curious onlookers alike with an outstanding introduction to Aquinas moral thought. Written for first (or perhaps second) time readers, this volume strikes just the right balance between technical argument and readability, without compromising the rich complexity of Thomas account of human nature and the good life." —Scottish Journal of Theology Review Quote "While this book breaks no new ground, it offers a holistic and theologically informed reading of Aquinas ethics. I highly recommend this book as a valuable introduction to the ethics of Thomas Aquinas. It is an eminently clear exposition of a complex system." -- Catholic Library World Details ISBN0268026017 Author Christina Van Dyke Publisher University of Notre Dame Press Language English ISBN-10 0268026017 ISBN-13 9780268026011 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2009 Imprint University of Notre Dame Press Subtitle Metaphysical Foundations, Moral Theory, and Theological Context Place of Publication Notre Dame IN Country of Publication United States Short Title AGUINASS ETHICS UK Release Date 2009-05-15 AU Release Date 2009-05-15 NZ Release Date 2009-05-15 US Release Date 2009-05-15 Pages 260 Publication Date 2009-05-15 Alternative 9780268063412 DEWEY 241.042092 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159844247;
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Book Title: Aquinas's Ethics: Metaphysical Foundations, Moral Theory, and Theological Context
Author: Rebecca Konyndyk Deyoung, Colleen Mccluskey, Christina Van Dyke
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Popular Philosophy, Religious History
Publisher: University of Notre Dame Press
Publication Year: 2009
Number of Pages: 264 Pages
