Abstract
This chapter examines the nature of mercy and its cognates (compassion and justice) from cultural, biblical and philosophical perspectives. It concludes with a reflection on the nature of the church as a body of mercy for the well being of the world.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Justice, mercy, and well-being |
Subtitle of host publication | Interdisciplinary perspectives |
Editors | Peter Bolt, James Harrison |
Place of Publication | Eugene, Oregon |
Publisher | Pickwick Publications |
Chapter | 2 |
Pages | 56-67 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Edition | 1st |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781532674693 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781532674679, 9781532674686 |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2020 |