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Bringing together original articles from renowned philosophers and religious scholars, this thought-provoking book considers the ways in which the world faiths offer resources for resolving modern ethical issues and conflicts. Featuring work from such well-known authorities as Keith Ward, Vasudha Narayanan, Elliot Dorff, and William LaFleur, this volume examines the role of ethics in all the major religious traditions, from Confucianism to Christianity. Covering topics such as the Buddhist approach to organ transplants and the Islamic perspective on gender issues, it is an exciting collection that combines textual and traditional sources with current debate to create a detailed but accessible study. Designed for students, scholars and the general reader alike, Ethics in the World Religions is not only a definitive guide to religion and ethical issues, but also offers the key to a more harmonious future, showing how mutual religious understanding can help to resolve the most difficult of conflicts. About The Author Joseph Runzo (Editor) is Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Chapman University and Life Fellow of Clare Hall, Cambridge University. The recipient of six Fellowships and Awards from the National Endowment for the Humanities, he has published widely in philosophy and theology on issues of religions pluralism and religious ethics. Nancy M. Martin (Editor) is Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Chapman University. The recipient of a Graves Award for the Humanities, her research has involved extensive fieldwork in Rajasthan, and she is a well-known expert on devotional Hinduism and the religious lives of women.