Faithful Economics: The Moral Worlds of a Neutral Science - Paperback

by James W. Henderson (Editor), John O. Pisciotta (Editor)

Economics is a value laden enterprise--and this despite the oft repeated claims of neutrality, objectivity, and the absence of bias. This volume explores the relationship between Christianity and economics, arguing that the two can and should be integrated. While no single Christian perspective drives the book, the authors do share in common a belief that scholarship shaped by Christian commitments is entirely appropriate and should be an integral part of the professional life of Christian economists. In particular, this volume demonstrates how Christianity shapes the worldview an economist brings to the task, the questions an economist asks, and the policies an economist advocates.

Front Jacket

Maps the unique roles of a Christian economist.

Author Biography

James W. Henderson is the Ben H. Williams Professor in Economics at Baylor University and is the author of Health Economics and Policy (2005), The Financial Analyst's Deskbook (1989), and Obtaining Venture Financing (1988).

John L. Pisciotta is an Associate Professor of Economics at Baylor University, a Senior Fellow with the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and the author of Teacher Attitudes In Texas Public and Private High Schools (2000).