The Cambridge Companion to Christianity and the Environment
The Cambridge Companion to Christianity and the Environment
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Christianity has viewed the environment as a gift to nurture and steward,a book of divine revelation,a wild garden in need of cultivation,and a resource for creating a new Eden. This Cambridge Companion explores the complex relationship between Christianity and the environment,bringing together the work of international scholars from various fields. It provides a comprehensive guide to the relationship, outlining key concepts, historical development, and contemporary issues.
Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Christianity has recognized the environment as a precious gift to be nurtured and stewarded, a divine revelation revealing the divine mind, a wild garden in need of cultivation and improvement, and a resource for creating a new Eden. This comprehensive Cambridge Companion delves into how Christianity, one of the world's most influential religions, has shaped one of the most pressing existential concerns of our time: the environment. By engaging with contemporary issues such as gender, traditional knowledge, and enchantment, the Companion brings together the expertise of international scholars from diverse fields to explore the intricate relationship between Christianity and the environment.
The volume aims to provide a comprehensive guide to this complex relationship, transcending disciplinary boundaries. It begins by introducing key concepts related to Christianity and the environment, tracing the historical development of this relationship from antiquity to the present. It then delves into important contemporary issues, offering insights and perspectives that shed light on the interplay between faith and ecological concerns.
Through its multidisciplinary approach, the Companion provides a rich and nuanced understanding of the multifaceted relationship between Christianity and the environment. It highlights the contributions of Christian thinkers and activists who have advocated for environmental stewardship and sustainability, while also examining the challenges and complexities that arise from this relationship.
In conclusion, this Cambridge Companion is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of Christianity and the environment. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on this critical topic, providing insights and perspectives that will deepen our understanding of the complex relationship between faith and nature.
Weight: 608g
Dimension: 158 x 237 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108495011
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