This unit explores the nature, basis, and teaching of moral theology from a Lutheran perspective and its application to selected ethical issues. A key focus will be the nature of Christian freedom and its relation to the law (commandments). Attention will be given to the issue of human sexuality as well as environmental issues and climate change.
Unit code: CT2011L
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 2
Unit discipline: Systematic Theology
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Explain the nature, basis and teaching of moral theology from a Lutheran perspective |
| 2. | Analyse and critique theological and moral discourse from a Lutheran standpoint |
| 3. | Apply biblical and theological insights to contemporary ethical issues and make informed moral judgments |
At least 15 credit points in Field C—Systematic Theology (CT) is desirable
Combination of lectures, discussion and tutorials
Tranvik, Mark, trans. 2008. The freedom of a Christian: Luther study edition. Minneapolis, MN: Fortress. (recommended for purchase)
Bayer, Oswald. 2007. Freedom in response: Lutheran ethics: sources and controversies. Translated by Jeff Cayzer. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
———. 2008. Martin Luther’s theology: a contemporary interpretation. Translated by Thomas H. Trapp. Grand Rapids, MI: William Eerdmans.
Childs, James M. 2006.* Ethics in the community of promise: faith, formation and decision*. 2nd ed. Minneapolis, MN: Fortress.
John Paul II, Pope. 2006. Man and woman He created them: a theology of the body. Translated by Michael Waldstein. Boston, MA: Pauline Books & Media.
Lazareth, William. 2001. Christians in society: Luther, the Bible and social ethics. Minneapolis, MN: Augsburg.
Meilaender, Gilbert. 1988. The theory and practice of virtue. Notre Dame, IN: University of Notre Dame Press.
———. 2006. The freedom of a Christian: grace, vocation and the meaning of our humanity. Grand Rapids, MI: Brazos.
Saltzman, Russell E., ed. 2003. Christian Sexuality: normative and pastoral principles. Minneapolis, MN: Kirk House.
Via, Dan Otto, and Robert A. J. Gagnon. 2003. Homosexuality and the Bible: two views. Minneapolis, MN: Fortress.
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | Essay 2700 words |
0 | 60.0 |
| Annotated Bibliography | Annotated bibliography 1800 words |
0 | 40.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 1 Nov, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2019-10-03 11:34:43 +1000