Robin Gill Reihenfolge der Bücher

The exploration of human perfection, deemed unattainable by many, is a central theme in this work. Robin Gill analyzes representations of perfection in secular culture alongside New Testament texts, particularly focusing on the Synoptic accounts of the Transfiguration. He presents a Christian perspective on perfection that carries significant implications for social ethics, highlighting the contrast between idealized human traits and the realities of human existence.

This book argues that moral passion and rational ethical deliberation are not enemies, and that moral passion often lurks behind, and is implicit within, many apparently rational ethical commitments. It also contends that while moral passion is a key component of truly selfless moral action, without rational ethical deliberation it can also be extremely dangerous.

Ein solides Verständnis der chemischen Grundlagen ist entscheidend für Studierende der Geowissenschaften. Die erweiterte zweite Auflage dieses Lehrbuchs bietet eine klare und verständliche Einführung in die georelevante Chemie. Neu in dieser Auflage ist der Bereich der Umweltgeowissenschaften sowie ein Kapitel zur Isotopengeochemie, das zusätzliche Perspektiven und Kenntnisse vermittelt. Damit richtet sich das Buch an Studierende, die ihr Wissen in einem wichtigen Teilbereich der Geowissenschaften vertiefen möchten.

Christian Ethics: The Basics sets out clearly and critically the different ways that Augustine, Aquinas and Luther continue to shape ethics today within and across Christian denominations. It assumes no previous knowledge of the subject and can be read by religious believers and non-believers alike. Readers are introduced to Christian ethics from the ground up before being invited to consider some of the most controversial but important questions facing people across the world today. Topics addressed include: Concise, readable and authoritative, this is the ideal primer for anyone interested in the study of religious ethics and Christianity.

The enlarged third edition of this textbook emphasizes the essential role of chemical principles in Earth sciences, catering specifically to geoscience students. It offers a clear and accessible introduction to 'geo-relevant' chemistry while enhancing coverage of environmental geoscience. A notable addition in this edition is a new chapter on isotope geochemistry, providing students with updated knowledge crucial for their studies and future careers in the field.

Focusing on the role of moral communities, Robin Gill explores the unique attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of churchgoers, highlighting their distinctiveness in relation to faith and moral order. The book reveals how these attitudes can evolve and how moral disagreements exist among various church groups. Interestingly, many values and behaviors of church communities are also reflected in nonchurchgoers. This relative distinctiveness is essential for understanding contemporary Christian ethics.

Focusing on the intersection of Christian ethics and health care, the book examines healing stories from the Synoptic Gospels to highlight four core virtues: compassion, care, faith, and humility. These virtues not only enhance secular health care ethics but are also found in various religious and humanistic traditions. Professor Gill advocates for integrating these principles to create a more profound ethical framework in today's diverse society, offering a holistic approach to health care ethics.

How can Christian ethics contribute significantly to health care ethics in today's Western, pluralistic society? Gill explores the healing stories in the Synoptic Gospels, identifying four core virtues present within them - compassion, care, faith and humility - that might bring greater depth to a purely secular interpretation of health care ethics.