The Relation between the Bible, biblical hermeneutics and Christian Social Ethics : Methodological Notes to Making the Theological-ethical Reflection
2011
Abstract
The aim of the article is to present the relationship between Christian social ethics and the Bible as well as the related methodological approaches and limits. A correct handling of the biblical texts in theological ethics implies a differentiated approach.
This includes first a knowledge of the complexity that arises when applying biblical texts to the ethical reflection of contemporary problems, secondly the familiarity with biblical hermeneutics, and thirdly the interdisciplinary cooperation with theological as well as non-theological sciences. The presented thoughts should contribute to a better understanding of Christian social ethics as a theological discipline as well as its methodological procedure.