Teologia morale fondamentaleRA0606

To introduce students of theology to the foundations, concepts and methods of Catholic moral theology. To equip them to critically involve themselves in discussions of moral issues. To keep growing in their aspiration for truth and goodness in the light of the Gospel.

The nature of Moral Theology and the task of the moralist. The context of contemporary Moral Theology. The Bible and Christian ethics: Jesus and discipleship. Faith and morality. The human person: Freedom and knowledge. Sin and reconciliation. Conscience and its formation. The law and morality. The morality of human action. Moral decision making and pastoral-moral guidance.

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