Christianity and the Laws of Conscience

Conscience Has Long Been A Foundational Theme In Christian Ethics But It Is A Notoriously Slippery And Contested Term. This Volume Works To Define Conscience And Reveal The Similarities And Differences Between Different Christian Traditions' Thinking On The Subject. In A Thorough And Scholarly Manner The Authors Explore Christian Theological Legal Constitutional Historical And Philosophical Meanings Of Conscience. Covering A Range Of Historical Periods Major Figures In The Development Of Conscience And Contemporary Applications This Book Is A Vital Source For Scholars From A Wide Variety Of Disciplines Seeking To Understand Conscience From A Range Of Perspectives.