After God
morality and bioethics in a secular age
H. Tristram Engelhardt
487 pages | ~14 hrs
After God
morality and bioethics in a secular age
By H. Tristram Engelhardt
In a world where traditional religious frameworks have seemingly dissolved, philosopher H. Tristram Engelhardt presents a profound examination of what it means to navigate existence when divine authority no longer shapes cultural norms. This substantial work explores how contemporary society has transformed fundamental questions of morality and meaning, replacing age-old concepts of sin and virtue with stark utilitarian calculations about life and death.
Engelhardt paints a sobering picture of modern culture, where children develop within social structures deliberately designed to shield them from encountering the divine. Yet within this seemingly godless landscape, he identifies a beacon of enduring spiritual truth. The author argues that authentic Christianity, rooted in apostolic and patristic traditions, continues to offer a counter-cultural alternative to secular materialism.
Drawing particularly on Orthodox Christian wisdom, Engelhardt demonstrates how ancient spiritual insights remain relevant for those seeking meaning beyond contemporary culture's limitations. His analysis spans critical areas including bioethics, clinical decision-making, and the intersection of faith with human sexuality, revealing how traditional religious perspectives can illuminate modern moral dilemmas.
Rather than offering simple answers, this work challenges readers to grapple with profound questions about transcendence, community, and authentic spiritual living in an increasingly secular age. For those questioning whether genuine spiritual life remains possible in our post-religious era, Engelhardt provides both honest assessment and genuine hope.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religion and Sex
- ✓ Understand psychological principles
- ✓ Understand spiritual ethics
- ✓ Explore Bioethics
- ✓ Explore Secularism
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore History, 20th Century
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
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Details
- Published
- 2016
- Publisher
- St Vladimir's Seminary Press
- ISBN-13
- 9780881414998
- ISBN-10
- 0881414999
- Pages
- 487
- Language
- EN
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