Politics for Christians Statecraft as Soulcraft by Francis J. Beckwith (English)

Description: Politics for Christians Statecraft as Soulcraft by Francis J. Beckwith What role should religious citizens take in a liberal democracy? What is the proper separation of church and state? What place should be made for natural rights and the moral law within a secular state? Francis J. Beckwiths cogent introduction to political thought surveys political science, politics and government while making the case for how statecraft may genuinely contribute to soulcraft. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Politics is concerned with citizenship and the administration of justice--how communities are formed and governed. The role of Christians in the political process is hotly contested, but as citizens, Francis Beckwith argues, Christians have a rich heritage of sophisticated thought, as well as a genuine responsibility, to contribute to the shaping of public policy.In particular, Beckwith addresses the contention that Christians, or indeed religious citizens of any faith, should set aside their beliefs before they enter the public square. What role should religious citizens take in a liberal democracy? What is the proper separation of church and state? What place should be made for natural rights and the moral law within a secular state?This cogent introduction to political thought surveys political science, politics and government while making the case for how statecraft may genuinely contribute to soulcraft. Politics for Christians is part of The Christian Worldview Integration Series.The Christian Worldview Integration Series, edited by J. P. Moreland and Francis J. Beckwith, seeks to promote a robust personal and conceptual integration of Christian faith and learning, with textbooks focused on disciplines such as education, psychology, literature, politics, science, communications, biology, philosophy, and history. Author Biography Francis J. Beckwith is professor of philosophy and church-state studies, and fellow and faculty associate in the Institute for Studies of Religion at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He is author of Law, Darwinism Public Education and coeditor of To Everyone an Answer: A Case for the Christian Worldview. Table of Contents DedicationAcknowledgmentsIntroduction1 The Study of Politics2 Liberal Decomocracy and the Christian Citizen3 The Separation of Church and State4 Secular Liberalism and the Neutral State5 God, Natural Rights and the Natural Moral LawConclusionSuggested Contemporary ReadingsAbout the Author Review "Beckwiths book Politics for Christians is most definitely helpful for those who want a solid introduction to politics and who are ready to ponder the believers place in the rough and tumble work of statecraft." -- Scot McKnight, Jesus Creed, August 2010 Long Description Politics is concerned with citizenship and the administration of justice--how communities are formed and governed. The role of Christians in the political process is hotly contested, but as citizens, Francis Beckwith argues, Christians have a rich heritage of sophisticated thought, as well as a genuine responsibility, to contribute to the shaping of public policy.In particular, Beckwith addresses the contention that Christians, or indeed religious citizens of any faith, should set aside their beliefs before they enter the public square. What role should religious citizens take in a liberal democracy? What is the proper separation of church and state? What place should be made for natural rights and the moral law within a secular state?This cogent introduction to political thought surveys political science, politics and government while making the case for how statecraft may genuinely contribute to soulcraft. Politics for Christians is part of The Christian Worldview Integration Series.The Christian Worldview Integration Series, edited by J. P. Moreland and Francis J. Beckwith, seeks to promote a robust personal and conceptual integration of Christian faith and learning, with textbooks focused on disciplines such as education, psychology, literature, politics, science, communications, biology, philosophy, and history. Review Text "Beckwiths book Politics for Christians is most definitely helpful for those who want a solid introduction to politics and who are ready to ponder the believers place in the rough and tumble work of statecraft." Review Quote "Beckwiths book Politics for Christians is most definitely helpful for those who want a solid introduction to politics and who are ready to ponder the believers place in the rough and tumble work of statecraft." Details ISBN0830828141 Short Title POLITICS FOR CHRISTIANS Language English ISBN-10 0830828141 ISBN-13 9780830828142 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 261.7 Year 2010 Subtitle Statecraft as Soulcraft Place of Publication Illinois Country of Publication United States Author Francis J. Beckwith Pages 175 Imprint Inter-Varsity Press,US Residence Anaheim Hills, CA, US Affiliation Baylor University, Texas Series Christian Worldview Integration Series UK Release Date 2010-02-02 Publication Date 2010-02-02 AU Release Date 2010-02-02 NZ Release Date 2010-02-02 US Release Date 2010-02-02 Publisher InterVarsity Press Audience Professional & Vocational 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:129541554;

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