Mellema, Gregory
Sin
- ISBN 13:
- 9780268201333
- author:
- Mellema, Gregory
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- University of Notre Dame Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 130
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Religion, Christianity, Christian Theology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Sin by Gregory Mellema provides a concise and engaging exploration of the nature of sin in contemporary philosophy. This book brings together key ideas from various philosophical perspectives to clarify our understanding of this complex concept. Mellema examines the relationship between traditional theological notions of sin and modern philosophical ethics, covering topics such as original sin, accessory sins, mortal sins, and venial sins. The author also considers Islamic codes of ethics and surveys the teachings of six major world religions on sin, highlighting its connection to morality. By analysing these different approaches, Mellema offers a valuable introduction to sin and moral wrongdoing, making it an ideal resource for introductory philosophy, philosophy of religion, or theological ethics courses.