The Social Principles of Jesus (1916 Rauschenbusch), book

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The Social Principles of Jesus (1916) is a book by Walter Rauschenbusch.

Abstract

A theological work aimed to explore the social principles of the teachings of Jesus.

Editions

Published in New York, NY: Association Press, 1916.

Contents

I. The Axiomatic Social Convictions of Jesus -- the value of life -- the solidarity of the human family -- standing with the people -- II. The social ideal of Jesus -- the kingdom of God: its values -- the kingdom of God: its tasks -- a new age and new standards -- III. The recalcitrant social forces -- leadership for service -- private property and the common good -- the social test of religion -- -- V. Conquest by conflict -- the conflict with evil -- the cross as a social principle -- a review and a challenge.