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Book Description
In this thoughtful examination of faith and political power, Gabriel J. Fackre offers readers a compelling lens through which to understand the complex relationship between religious conviction and public life. Drawing from the tumultuous period surrounding the Clinton impeachment proceedings, Fackre explores how spiritual leaders navigated the treacherous waters of political manipulation and moral accountability.
The book centers on a pivotal moment when nearly 200 theology and ethics professors took an unprecedented stand, issuing a public declaration that challenged the misuse of religious rhetoric for political gain. Fackre takes readers behind the scenes of this significant act of conscience, revealing the deliberations and convictions that drove these scholars to speak out against what they perceived as the exploitation of sacred principles.
Through this focused case study, readers discover how religious communities can maintain their prophetic voice while resisting co-optation by political forces. Fackre demonstrates that the tension between moral witness and political engagement is not merely an academic concern but a living challenge that requires wisdom, courage, and discernment.
This concise exploration offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to understand how faith communities can engage constructively with public issues while preserving their spiritual integrity. The book serves as both historical record and practical guide for navigating the ongoing challenges of religion in the public square.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~2 hours)
📄 Length: 78 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religion
- ✓ Explore Political corruption
- ✓ Explore Religion and the press
- ✓ Understand spiritual ethics
- ✓ Explore Christliche Ethik
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Explore Clinton, bill, 1946-, impeachment
- ✓ Explore Presidents, united states, religion
