Document Type
Article
Language
eng
Format of Original
14 p.
Publication Date
12-1993
Publisher
Springer
Source Publication
Journal of Business Ethics
Source ISSN
0167-4544
Abstract
This article draws upon 100 years of writings which are referred to as the Catholic Social Tradition (CST). Using this tradition as a guide, the nature of work is explored along with the principles and virtues which vitalize the deepest dimension of work — how it affects the dignity of the human person. It develops five operational ethical principles which can be applied to questions of workplace ethics. Organizational policies and programs that seem consistent with CST are also discussed.
Michael Naughton is Assistant Professor of Management and Theology at the University of St. Thomas (MN). Dr. Naughton's major research interest involves examining the influence and application of religious values on employees and the workplace environment.
Gene R. Laczniak is Professor of Business in the Department of Marketing at Marquette University. His primary research interests focus on the social influence of business activities on society as well as marketing strategy.
Recommended Citation
Naughton, Michael John and Laczniak, Gene R., "A Theological Context of Work from the Catholic Social Encyclical Tradition" (1993). Marketing Faculty Research and Publications. 182.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/market_fac/182
Comments
Accepted version. Journal of Business Ethics, Vol. 12, No. 12 (December 1993): 981-994. DOI. © 1993 Springer International Publishing AG. Part of Springer Nature. Used with permission.