“The faith of a church or of a nation is an adequate faith only when it inspires and enables people to give of their time and energy to shape the various institutions - social, economic, and political - of the common life.”
Quote by James Luther Adams
Work
On being human religiously: selected essays in religion and society
On being human religiously: selected essays in religion and society is a compilation of scholarly works that examine the complex relationship between religion and societal dynamics. The essays within this volume offer insights into how religious beliefs shape human behavior, social structures, and cultural norms. The collection is intended for readers interested in the study of religion and its impact on society. more
Author
James Luther Adams
James Luther Adams was an American theologian, philosopher, and writer whose life and work had a profound impact on 20th-century religious philosophy and theology. more
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