Nature as Reason: A Thomistic Theory of the Natural Law
Autor Jean Porteren Limba Engleză Paperback – 31 dec 2004
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Specificații
ISBN-10: 0802849067
Pagini: 432
Dimensiuni: 161 x 234 x 23 mm
Greutate: 0.61 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
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Though this history might seem irrelevant to twenty-first-century life, Jean Porter shows that the scholastic approach to the natural law still has much to contribute to the contemporary discussion of Christian ethics. Aquinas and his interlocutors provide a way of thinking about the natural law that is distinctively theological while at the same time remaining open to other intellectual perspectives, including those of science.
In the course of her work, Porter examines the scholastics' assumptions and beliefs about nature, Aquinas's account of happiness, and the overarching claim that reason can generate moral norms. Ultimately, Porter argues that a Thomistic theory of the natural law is well suited to provide a starting point for developing a more nuanced account of the relationship between specific beliefs and practices. While Aquinas's approach to the natural law may not provide a system of ethical norms that is both universally compelling and detailed enough to be practical, it does offer something that is arguably more valuable -- namely, a way of reflecting theologically on the phenomenon of human morality.
Notă biografică
She is a retired member of the Association of Registered
Interior Designers of Ontario, known in the industry as
A.R.I.D.O.
Born in Montreal, Quebec, Jean was raised in Toronto,
Ontario by her loving grandparents Grace and Thomas
Bignell from Bristol, England.
Reginald and Jean were married in 1958; they raised one
daughter and two sons. How fortunate they are to have
seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Reginald owns his own contracting company, now in its
60 th year of business.
With his expertise in repairing and rebuilding, and Jean's
eye for colour, together they have renovated and
decorated over twenty older houses. Over the years, this
became their weekend hobby. Some people love to golf or
play bridge, but breathing life back into older homes is a
natural endeavour for Jean and Reginald.
When they purchased Glencairn Hall in 2004, they knew
that this would be the largest project they would ever
attempt. But the great architectural features were already
present. Ultimately they enjoyed every minute of this
immense project, and feel that they have accomplished an
important task for their community.
Niagara on the Lake has become a very special place to
Jean and Reginald. This book is part history, with stories
about the prominent people who resided here at Glencairn
Hall. Jean chronicles the lives, passions, and heritage of
former owners who originated from Scotland, England,
and Hong Kong. This book is also part restoration, part
interior design, and part description of the beautiful
gardens in "pink".