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Religion & Spirituality

Anselm Academic

This introductory textbook on world religious ethics examines the moral traditions of the world's great religions. Students will see how the various major religions are practiced today, how religion shapes modern human behavior, and how each religious tradition considered is at work in the world today. The six major religious traditions discussed in this book are: •Hindu •Buddhist •Jewish •Christian •Islam •Chinese Also discussed are: •Sikhism •Jainism •Bahá'í •Shinto Each of the six chapters on the major traditions serves as a short refresher course in the tradition, covering the history and general beliefs of the tradition, the tradition's approach to ethics and morality, what is sacred to each tradition, and how each communicates moral beliefs, principles, and practices. Each chapter concludes with discussion questions and suggestions for further study.

Moral Traditions: An Introduction to World Religious Ethics

Rapela Heidt, Mari

Other Religions, Practices & Sacred Texts

Collaborators Mary Katherine Birge, Rodica Stoicoiu, Ryan Taylor, and Brian Henning explore in four illuminating chapters the rich and complex history of the biblical creation accounts, the nature of science investigation, the ethical and philosophical significance of the theory of evolution, and the all-enveloping role of evolutionary theory in the deepening and broadening of faith. In the process, the authors expand readers' understanding of the compatibility between religion and science. Readers will learn that they need not choose religion over science or faith over reason, and that evolution does not threaten but rather enrichs faith. The authors make it clear to readers that regardless of what religious or non-religious background they come from--regardless of their religious knowledge and experiences--they can discover that science and religion are not enemies, but are companions in the search for truth. The fresh and fascinating Genesis, Evolution and the Search for a Reasoned Faith explores both the nature of science and religion and the intelligent and intimate conversation that is necessary in the search for truth.

Genesis, Evolution, and the Search for a Reasoned Faith

Politics & Social Sciences

Henning, Brian G.

Taylor, Ryan

Birge SSJ, Mary Katherine

Stoicoiu, Rodica

Philosophy

Understanding the Bible: A Guide to Reading the Scriptures will inform your reading and enrich your understanding of the Bible from historical, literary, and faith perspectives. It is ideal for use regardless of your background, your beliefs, your questions, or the Bible translation you are reading. Inside are articles that explore the Bible in its faith, historical, and cultural contexts. The Bible is looked at as literature too--its genres and literary forms. There are articles introducing the Old and New Testaments, specifically the Pentateuch, the Historical Books, the Wisdom and Poetry Books, the Prophets, the Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles, the Letters, and Revelation. The history and differences of translations are discussed, and other tools to help you unlock the Bible are introduced. Additional aids include maps, charts, a timeline, and a glossary. Together these aids further investigate the Bible and the world in which it was written, as well as the progression of scholarship that helps us understand the Bible today.

Understanding the Bible: A Guide to Reading the Scriptures

Provides a simple and easy-to-understand definition of words. "Helped me understand the relevant issues in class." "The terms are relevant and it was nice to have a compact resource readily available." These are just a few of the outstanding comments from students who class-tested a prepublication version of Saint Mary's Press® Glossary of Theological Terms at schools such as The Catholic University of America, Marquette University, Seattle University, and Loyola Marymount University. This handy guide gives students the basic knowledge of Catholic theological terminology they need for further academic study and for a good, solid general understanding of the Catholic faith. This glossary is the ideal resource for college instructors faced with introducing undergraduate students to Roman Catholic theology--and a highly useful companion for students who find introductory theology and religious studies confusing and challenging--and it is the logical first step toward Catholic theological literacy. Here students get beginning definitions or working explanations that serve as the basis for helping them become involved in genuine theological dialogue, discussion, and discovery. The perfect supplement or companion for many different introductory theology and religious studies courses, the glossary is: 
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<li>comprehensive in its inclusion of terms </li>
<li>concise in its definitions </li>
<li>very user-friendly</li>
</ul> The entry for each term includes: <ul>
<li>a reference to the language origin </li>
<li>an indication of the theological content </li>
<li>a summary statement of the contemporary meaning </li>
</ul> An indispensable guide to the theological terms students will encounter as they begin--and continue--their studies, the Saint Mary's Press® Glossary of Theological Terms is today's answer to the pressing need for improving Catholic literacy in today's beginning theology students.

Saint Mary's Press: Glossary of Theological Terms (Essentials of Catholic Theology Series)

Ford, CSC PhD John T.

Saint Mary's Press College Study Bible: New American Bible

Saint Mary's Press® College Study Bible was created to meet the academic and spiritual needs of students taking undergraduate Scripture or theology courses and those studying the Bible for the first time. Its many features foster authentic biblical interpretation; make connections between Scripture, Tradition, and life experience; and promote spiritual growth. Features include: 
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<li>Introductory articles on how to read and understand the Bible, along with the Vatican Council II document Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation (Dei Verbum, 1965) </li>
<li>Scholarly introductions to each section and book of the Bible, written and edited so that unfamiliar concepts and customs are easy to understand </li>
<li>Ninety short articles that address the social concerns, life issues, and spiritual needs of a student </li>
<li>In-text maps, illustrations, charts, biblical art, and photos throughout the Bible to provide a visual context to aid student understanding</li>
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Flexible, understandable, and filled with sound pedagogy--the ideal core text for teaching students how to read the Old Testament! A first-of-its-kind text to integrate the most recent research on the Hebrew Scriptures into a historical context. This is NOT a passive textbook. Instead, this is a text that focuses on reading strategies to encourage and empower students to read the Bible on their own. Dr. Carvalho helps students learn about the social and cultural contexts out of which these texts were produced, helps them understand the variety of interpretations of the text, and encourages students to claim ownership of their own interpretations. And she does all this while sparking students' interest in theological questions by connecting their queries to their everyday world. Features include: 
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<li>Active learning techniques help students to develop critical reading skills. </li>
<li>A balance of classical concepts and contemporary approaches to interpretation allows students to connect theological questions to their everyday world. </li>
<li>A contagiously enthusiastic, narrative voice avoids jargon, draws students in, and encourages them to stick with it. </li>
<li>Outstanding pedagogical aids--like chapter overviews and summaries, a glossary, images, maps, and guided readings of key biblical texts as well as unique sidebars focusing on different aspects of, themes in, and methods for interpreting biblical text--make the concepts clear. </li>
<li>Liberal use of contemporary experiences helps to explain ancient customs clearly. </li>
<li>Excellent references to New Testament passages show students how the two books relate. </li>
<li>Unique and interesting "In Case You Were Wondering" sections focus on questions students ask every day.</li>
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Encountering Ancient Voices: A Guide to Reading the Old Testament

Carvalho, PhD, Corrine L.

Here, a team of award-winning teaching scholars has come together to create an introductory text that offers a truly unique and innovative contribution to the discipline of theological studies. This "first book" provides students of any religious tradition with the foundational skills, vocabulary, conceptual understanding, and research abilities that they need to succeed in theology and religious studies. Theological Foundations provides the following: 
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<li>Ten chapters that introduce the major sub-disciplines of theology creating a well-rounded source for understanding the discipline as a whole </li>
<li>Contributions that are clear, accessible, and steeped in content </li>
<li>A strong basis for vigorous intellectual and personal exploration of life and our relation to God </li>
<li>Flexibility that allows the instructor to assign readings in any order that fits his or her syllabus </li>
<li>A one-of-a-kind, integrated library research component, "From the Reference Librarian," which teaches students the foundational skills needed for successful study in theology and in any academic discipline</li>
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Theological Foundations: Concepts and Methods for Understanding Christian Faith

Christian Books & Bibles

Mueller, SJ PhD J.J.

Christian Living

An ideal introduction to health care ethics for students who are unfamiliar with the subject area. Author-ethicists Michael Panicola, David Belde, John Paul Slosar, and Mark Repenshek have crafted a text grounded in rich theological and philosophical traditions and presented in an engaging manner. This text provides students with an understanding of the foundational aspects of health care ethics and leads them into a discussion of contemporary issues through the use of timely and challenging case studies. A unique focus on discernment and decision making brings the material to life for students.

An Introduction to Health Care Ethics: Theological Foundations, Contemporary Issues, and Controversial Cases

Panicola, PhD Michael R.

Religious Studies

In Love, Reason, and God's Story: An Introduction to Catholic Sexual Ethics, Dr. David Cloutier provides readers with a basic understanding of the history of Catholic teaching on sexual ethics, particularly as it has evolved in the last half century. By engaging students in serious intellectual discussion, this author allows them to integrate that discussion with the practical questions that affect their lives. This text explores the historical, spiritual, practical, and normative elements of Catholic sexual ethics in a way no other book does. Love, Reason, and God's Story is faithful to the Catholic tradition, engaging, accessible to students, and pedagogically structured to encourage critical thinking about dating, marriage, and sexuality.

Love, Reason, and God's Story: An Introduction to Catholic Sexual Ethics

Cloutier, PhD David

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