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Biblical Perspectives, Vol. 31 No. 2, 2023.

Review article

Interpreting and Applying Biblical Ethics

Ron du Preez ; Sveučilišni profesor misiologije i teološke etike, administrator i dekan na sveučilištima u Africi i SAD-u.

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Abstract

This article examines the following questions: What is the fivefold task of Interpreting biblical ethics? Character development as the goal of Christian ethics. Intra-biblical guidelines for distinguishing absolutes from cultural rules. Proposals for reliable interpretation of biblical narratives. Application of Scripture to issues not addressed in the Bible. Ultimately, the ethical challenge to every Christian is: "Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God" (1 Cor 10:31).

Keywords

Christian ethics; image of God; conformed to Christ; intra-scriptural guidelines; Scripture narratives.

Hrčak ID:

311024

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/311024

Publication date:

9.12.2023.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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