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Book SynopsisThis work investigates the distinctiveness of virtues as illuminated by Christian practise using a discussion of Aristotle's ethics with contemporary scholars. It contrasts non-Christian accounts of virtue with Christian accounts of key virtues, including obedience, hope, courage, and patience.
Trade Review“[T]his is perhaps Hauerwas’s most successful exposition of the assertion that, in the Church, everything is political, but politics is not everything. Friendship is the heart of the book, but, in contrast to Nussbaum, Hauerwas and Pinches display friendship as a profoundly political practice. This is a book for those who sense the sadness of life yet have been offered a particular friendship.” —Studies in Christian Ethics
“We need more books lie this: Pugnacious and articulate, it knows its own positions and is not afraid to state them. It likes a good fight; indeed the book is structured as a series of disputatious conversations. And it picks its fights well: Each interlocutor merits the attention it receives.” —Anglican Theological Review
". . . this is an important book from which both philosophers and theologians should engage in a conversation. The nearly 40 pages of footnotes are a veritable gold mine. This book should be read and discussed by philosophers and theologians working through the issues of virtue ethics and religious thought. It should serve as a means of continuing this important conversation." —International Philosophical Quarterly
“A valuable contribution, recommended for a wide range of scholars, teachers, and students of Christian theology and ethics.” —Ethics
“An excellent introduction to Aristotle’s ethics for any interested reader ... there is much in the book to interest moral philosophers as well as theologians.” —Philosophy in Review
“Consistently provocative and rich with insight, Christians Among the Virtues deserves a wide audience. Philosophers as well as theologians will find much in it to stimulate their thinking and challenge their convictions.” —First Things
“An important contribution to an analysis of the place of the virtues in Christian ethics . . . Highly recommended.” —Choice
“This is a must read for those interested in Hauerwas’ work and/or in the Christian appropriation of Aristotelian virtue ethics.” —Theological Studies
