Moral Development

In II Corinthians 13:5 we are told to examine ourselves to see if we are in the faith. In Lamentations 3:40 we are told to examine our ways and test them, and to return to doing things the Lord's way. In I Corinthians 11:28 we are to examine ourselves before we partake of communion, to see if we are right with God. In Hebrews 12:15 we are to see to it that no one among us falls short of the grace that God has given us. Galatians 6:4 tells each of us to test his own actions. The writer of Psalm 139:23-24 implores the Lord to search his heart and find out if there is any wicked way in him ...

Charles Curran, in his newest book, The Development of Moral Theology: Five Strands, brings a unique historical and critical analysis to the five strands that differentiate Catholic moral theology from other approaches to Christian ethics - sin and the manuals of moral theology, the teaching of Thomas Aquinas and later Thomists, natural law, the role of authoritative church teaching in moral areas, and Vatican II. Significant changes have occurred over the course of these historical developments.

The Origins of Moral Understanding Explained: Jean Piaget’s Theory of Moral Development, Heteronomous and Autonomous Morality, Justice, Rules, Cooperation, and the Growth of Fairness What does it really mean for a child to understand fairness? How do children move from blind rule following to thoughtful moral reasoning grounded in justice and cooperation? In The Origins of Moral Understanding Explained, The Practical Atlas offers a deep and accessible exploration of Jean Piaget’s groundbreaking theory of moral development. This book examines how children construct their understanding of...

These pages represent two chapters of my recently updated book, The REAL Purpose-Driven Life plus an additional chapter on good versus evil. I removed the afore-mentioned chapters because I wanted to focus, in that book, on the central moral concept known as purpose. These chapters, although central to an understanding of the morality of Ayn Rand, stand on their own and provide several important insights on how to think about morality and apply it to the life of the individual.

Discover the timeless philosophy that places character at the heart of moral life. Virtue Ethics Explained: Understanding Moral Character, Human Flourishing, and the Path to a Good Life is a clear, engaging guide to one of the oldest and most inspiring approaches to ethics. Drawing on the insights of Aristotle and other great thinkers, this book shows how virtues like courage, justice, honesty, and compassion can shape not only your decisions but your entire way of living. Whether you are new to moral philosophy or seeking to deepen your understanding, this comprehensive exploration will ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A practical, heartfelt guide to the art of truly knowing another person and fostering deeper connections at home, at work, and throughout our lives—from the author of The Road to Character and The Second Mountain As David Brooks observes, “There is one skill...

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Lawrence Kohlberg A Gateway to His Life, Theories, and Legacy Lawrence Kohlberg changed how we understand right and wrong. By mapping how moral reasoning evolves from obedience and self-interest to universal principles of justice, he offered a clear, compelling lens on why people make the choices they do—and how societies can grow more just. This concise yet powerful volume distils Kohlberg’s life, six-stage theory, and legacy into clear, engaging chapters. From formative experiences after the Second World War to classroom experiments in “just community”...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER David Brooks challenges us to rebalance the scales between the focus on external success—“résumé virtues”—and our core principles. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE ECONOMIST With the wisdom, humor, curiosity, and sharp insights that...

¿Y si el verdadero éxito no se midiera por lo que acumulamos, sino por lo que aportamos? En Ambición moral, el autor e intelectual estrella de la izquierda progresista, Rutger Bregman, nos invita a repensar nuestros objetivos profesionales. Con más de 2.000 semanas laborales en una vida, ¿por qué conformarnos con empleos que no generan un impacto positivo en el mundo? La ambición moral es la voluntad de destacar, pero con una nueva concepción de la ambición: poner nuestro talento al servicio de los grandes retos de la humanidad, en lugar de perseguir cargos prestigiosos o sueldos desorbitados.

It’s time to change the way we see babies. Drawing on principles developed by the educator Dr Maria Montessori, The Montessori Baby shows how to raise your baby from birth to age one with love, respect, insight, and a surprising sense of calm. Cowritten by Simone Davies, author of the...

The Moral Compass is the inspiring and instructive companion volume to William J. Bennett's bestselling work, The Book of Virtues, offering many more examples of good and bad, right and wrong, in great works from literature and in exemplary stories from history. Organized by the stages along...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Everybody tells you to live for a cause larger than yourself, but how exactly do you do it? The author of The Road to Character explores what it takes to lead a meaningful life in a self-centered world. “Deeply moving, frequently eloquent and extraordinarily...

Fairy tales about princess and witches, and magical objects- Amazing stories for kids. The Best English Fairy Tale Stories Ever! This kids book is a collection of 4 Interesting English fairy tale that kids will fall in love with. Each story revolves around some sort of magical objects, and lets kids imagine beyond the real-world- ultimately enhancing their overall intelligence, thinking ability, and creative talents. This book contains some of the best and handpicked- Interesting stories for kids and ends your search for the best kids fantasy books. It is a very useful book for parents who ...

Learn to identify—and combat—Systemic Shame, the feeling of self-hatred and disempowerment that comes from living in a society that blames individuals for systemic problems, with this invaluable resource from the social psychologist and author of Unmasking Autism. Systemic Shame is the...

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Carol Gilligan A Gateway to Her Life, Theories, and Legacy Explore the life and groundbreaking work of Carol Gilligan, one of psychology’s most influential thinkers and a pioneering voice in feminist psychology. This concise, accessible volume offers a rich journey into Gilligan’s revolutionary ideas about ethics, voice, and the human experience—challenging established narratives and reshaping how we understand gender, morality, and identity. From her formative years and academic breakthroughs to the development of her seminal theories on moral development...

Kids who are kind and empathetic are the foundation of a kinder, more compassionate society. If you want to break away from "reactive parenting" practises and raise kids who are kind, cooperative, and self-assured, Raising Moral Kids is the book for you. Being a parent is difficult job, whether you're rushing to persuade your kid to eat their veggies, coping with an epic breakdown in the grocery store checkout queue or racing late for school. And a lot of us parents respond in stressful situations without thinking, often by screaming. But what if you could behave deliberately in such ...

"An instant classic." —Arianna Huffington "Will inspire people from across the political spectrum." —Jonathan Haidt An essential shortlist of leadership ideas for everyone who wants to do good in this world, from Jacqueline Novogratz, author of the New York Times bestseller The Blue Sweater...

In a world where artificial intelligence is transforming every aspect of human life, the ethical and philosophical challenges of this new era are more critical than ever. AI Debates Immanuel Kant offers a visionary exploration of how timeless philosophical wisdom can guide the future of AI development. This groundbreaking book, written by Richard Aragon, is the third in the AI Debates series, which features fictional AI models debating simulated philosophers, using real AI models to push the boundaries of modern thought. In this volume, readers are introduced to Aether, a cutting-edge AI ...

From the bestselling authors of The Montessori Toddler and The Montessori Baby, this book guides parents through the principles of Montessori to enhance their children's development and foster respectful relationships with their families and the world. When children are given independence, the...

Ancient Greek Ethics and the Art of Living: Virtue, Character, Habit, and the Good Life is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the moral wisdom of the ancient Greek world. This book brings together the foundational ideas of Plato, Aristotle, the Stoics, and earlier Greek thinkers to illuminate one of history’s most enduring questions. What does it mean to live well. Through clear explanations and thoughtful analysis, this book shows how Greek moral philosophy offers powerful insights into virtue, character formation, and the pursuit of a flourishing life. Across its ten chapters, the ...