Moral Theology

McHugh, John A. (John Ambrose), 1880-1950Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

Rating 3.3

Word count: 3.3M words
Chapters: 335

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Moral Theology by Charles J. Callan and John A. McHughAuthor: McHugh, John A. (John Ambrose), 1880-1950,Language: English, Class: BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements, Release Date: Feb 22, 2011

Editor's review

Moral Theology by Charles J. Callan and John A. McHugh is a work in Christian ethics and philosophy of religion, available as a public-domain ebook from Project Gutenberg. Its value lies in its systematic survey of the fundamental topics and argumentative structure of moral theology, written in precise and well-organized prose; it serves as an introductory and reference text for understanding the Catholic moral theology tradition. Readers should note its period of composition and theological standpoint: the discussion is built within a specific doctrinal framework and should not be taken as a neutral general treatment of ethics. It is best used alongside introductory works or course notes—master the basic concepts and terminology first, then proceed to specific chapters; take notes on argumentative details and read comparatively, and when a passage's historical background is unclear, consulting relevant church documents and period context will make the reading smoother.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Students of Christian ethics and moral theology
Theological researchers seeking a systematic reference text
Readers interested in the Catholic moral tradition
Instructors who need supplementary materials for related courses

Not a good fit for

Readers seeking a neutral general treatment of ethics
Beginners without religious background who are unwilling to fill in the background
General readers expecting a light, essay-style read

Reading tips

Read the introduction or table of contents first to grasp the book's topical framework and order of argument.
Prepare a glossary of terms; when encountering a key concept, look up its definition before continuing.
Write argument summaries chapter by chapter for easier review and comparison across topics.
Read alongside course notes or introductory works to lower the threshold of comprehension.

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FAQ

Is this book suitable for readers with no background?

Not entirely. The book is highly systematic but presupposes some familiarity with theological and philosophical terminology, so readers with no background may get stuck on concepts. It is advisable to read an introduction to moral theology first or use course notes alongside before tackling specific chapters.

Do the views in this book represent the only position?

The book was written in a particular era, and its arguments are built within the framework of Catholic moral theology; it reflects that tradition's systematic formulation rather than a neutral or exclusive ethical stance. Readers should note its doctrinal premises and may compare it with other ethical schools.

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About the author

McHugh, John A. (John Ambrose), 1880-1950 Author · 1880–1950

John A. McHugh (1880–1950), whose full name was John Ambrose McHugh, was a twentieth-century author. Public information about his life is limited: his nationality, education and professional career are not clearly documented. His known work is Moral Theology, a text in the field of Catholic moral theology. He also took part in compiling language and reading textbooks, which shows that his writing spanned both religious writing and language teaching. Because of the limited sources, his writing style and specific influence are difficult to describe in detail; nevertheless, the survival of Moral Theology indicates that he made a practical textual contribution to theological education. On the whole, he was a twentieth-century author whose works cross theology and language textbooks, and further research is still needed on the details of his life.