School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
Date of Award
2010
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Theology
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Suzanne Hequet
Subject Categories
Ethics in Religion | History of Christianity
Abstract
Since its beginning, Christianity has challenged its members to stand up for the rights of the poor and to serve them. As early Christians faced issues of poverty, so do Christians today. Then, as now, Christians were called upon to change the very structures that took advantage of the poor or kept them in poverty. St. John Chrysostom firmly believed that in order to call oneself Christian, one must be mindful of one’s neighbor, and care for him and his needs. This paper will take a closer look at some of Chrysostom’s sermons in order to explore Chrysostom’s perspective on social justice issues, and see how his call to action is applicable for Christians today.
Recommended Citation
Cassady, Joel, "St. John Chrysostom and His Message of Social Justice Today" (2010). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 742.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/742
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