Theological Ethics. Advanced Course II

Teacher(s)

Gaziaux Eric;

Language

French

Main themes

To reach the aims, the course will propose the study of a special topic or of an author (philosopher or theologian) through a specific problematic, with insistence on a speculative and fundamental approach.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
1	explain the results of a research on a fundamental ethical question connected with theology;
2	evaluate with a critical approach some philosophical and theological texts about morality.

Content

 This year, the course will focus on the relationship between ethics, Scripture, and virtues, drawing on W. Spohn’s book *Jesus and Ethics* (Brussels: Lessius, 2010). Following an introduction to this book, the course will engage in critical reflection to discern the connections between ethics and theology. It will explore the challenges this poses for fundamental ethical reflection in relation to philosophy, systematic theology, and anthropology.
 

Teaching methods

The method is primarily taught by the lectures with moment of discussion.

Evaluation methods

Oral examination on the course or on the written work in relationship with the studied problematic.
The attendance to the lectures is obligatory.
The use of generative artificial intelligence is prohibited in connection with any assignments or assessments.

Faculty or entity

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