Sources in Christian Political Economy A Reader

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Pub. Date: 2026-05-01
Publisher(s): B&H Academic
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Summary

Sources in Christian Political Economy: A Reader, compiled by Jordan J. Ballor and Erik W. Matson, gathers forty-nine essential texts, spanning literary genres and theological traditions, that illuminate a rich history of political economies. From the early church to the twentieth century, this volume presents seven key works from each of seven distinct historical periods, showcasing the evolution of Christian thought on economic matters.  Encounter the influential ideas of Augustine, Gratian, Nicholas Oresme, John Locke, John Wesley, Pope Leo XIII, Kenneth Boulding, and many more.

This companion volume to Christian Political Economy: From the Patristics to the Present stands as one of the broadest and most comprehensive collections of primary source material on this vital subject, offering invaluable insights for theologians, social scientists, and anyone interested in the intersection of faith and economics. 

Author Biography

Jordan Ballor (PhD, Calvin Theological Seminary) is director of research at the Center for Religion, Culture & Democracy at First Liberty Institute in Washington, DC. 

Eric Matson (PhD, George Mason University) is a senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. 

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