Compassion: Loving Our Neighbor in an Age of Globalization

Compassion: Loving Our Neighbor in an Age of Globalization

by Maureen H . O ' Connell (Author)

Synopsis

After presenting a historical overview of the development of the concept of compassion, O'Connell turns to contemporary theologians Jon Sobrino and Johann Baptist Metz to better understand how compassion can alleviate massive and unjust suffering and how compassion offers a road map for a better future.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 242
Publisher: Orbis Books (USA)
Published: 01 Sep 2009

ISBN 10: 157075845X
ISBN 13: 9781570758454

Media Reviews
Builds on current debates about human nature, the emotions, the imagination, justice, virtue, and globalization, and brings theoretical questions alive by tying them to realities like 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, and white privilege. . . . will enlighten theologians, inspire students, and challenge [us all]. . . -- Lisa Sowle Cahill Boston College