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Magna Carta (an official exemplification from 1215, held in the British Library)
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When ethical systems collide

News reports in the UK these last few days have commented on the resignation of Lord Geidt, the Prime Minister’s ethics adviser. Alongside the speculation by columnists, bewilderment about the reason for Lord Geidt’s sudden departure has been expressed by none other than the Prime Minister himself. The puzzle seems Read more…

By Richard Gunton, 4 daysJune 21, 2022 ago
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Christian sustainability?

Sustainability is the watchword of our time. I wonder if it is the most widely shared ethic in today’s world; certainly it is seems to pop up frequently in the aspirations of people and organisations in the English-speaking world. From farming to investing and from industry to government, sustainable living Read more…

By Richard Gunton, 4 monthsMarch 1, 2022 ago
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Ethical decision-making amid the Covid pandemic

Ethical decision-making: when might we choose to continue wearing masks if the law doesn’t require it? Image by Julián Amé from Pixabay, used with permission This is the next in a series of posts reflecting on the Covid-19 pandemic through the lens of the various ‘aspects’ of reformational philosophy. This week, I want to offer some tentative Read more…

By Mark Hutchinson, 12 monthsJuly 7, 2021 ago
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Doing Value Studies

I want to share some experiences from inviting Christian friends to contribute to a course on “the values of nature”, and my own shifting position on one of the major ethical issues of our age. Until recently I tried to steer clear of academic treatment of ethics and values.  I was Read more…

By Richard Gunton, 2 yearsFebruary 26, 2020 ago
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  1. Richard Gunton on Learning by example?June 20, 2022

    Thanks for this glimpse into literary circles, Alicia, and the provocation to reflect on conscious and subconscious ways in which…

  2. Hugh Grear on The Inspiring Story of August Francke who transformed a German CityJune 1, 2022

    Good story, but short! We all need to to find that one golden recipe! However, with the recipe comes the…

  3. Evan on The Inspiring Story of August Francke who transformed a German CityMay 31, 2022

    A good example of how to preach through our actions. Great stuff as always, Mark!

  4. Gillian Adsett Cameron on Jimmy Savile’s WorldviewMay 31, 2022

    Watching the Netflix doco on Jimmy Savile I was shocked to hear his views on freedom: "- Interviewer: what would…

  5. Bruce Wearne on Jimmy Savile’s WorldviewMay 19, 2022

    Well, Mark, thanks. Yes edgy story this. You'd think that hearing it, the victims of such criminal deeds and such…

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