Theology

Philo of Alexandria shaped the exegetical traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Hellenistic philosophy alike. In 36 essays spanning three decades of research, Gregory E. Sterling provides the most comprehensive account of Philo's life, writings, and lasting influence to date.

Dominik Weyl explores Bonhoeffer's theological beginnings and describes his earliest developments and positionings. He shows how Bonhoeffer responds to the formative Protestant theologies of his time. Bonhoeffer's question concerning the concordance of human will and divine will attests his strong ethical orientation from the very beginning.

Given the criticism of compassion expressed as far back as antiquity, its positive assessment and relevance to theology, Christology, and ethics in the Gospel of Luke is surprising. Elisa M. Klein situates this in the context of philosophical and early Jewish conceptions of emotion and highlights the significance of disgust in the Gospel.

The work provides an overview of debates in political philosophy, ethics, and legal philosophy, highlighting their connections with law and legal policy. It is aimed at students and scholars who wish to learn about fundamental debates and new developments in related disciplines.