The Nature and Operation of Structural Sin: Additional Insights from Theology and Moral Psychology

Authors

Conor M. Kelly, Marquette UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Language

eng

Publication Date

6-1-2019

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Source Publication

Theological Studies

Source ISSN

0040-5639

Abstract

Recent work has improved the understanding of social structures in theological discourse, but ambiguity persists with respect to structures of sin. Here, a revised definition of structural sin reconnects this concept with its theological roots, adding clarity to the nature of structural sin and strengthening the moral weight of the term. Parallels with fMRI research in the field of moral psychology then refine the existing account of the operation of structural sin. Together, these insights aid in the identification of structures of sin and improve efforts to combat their influence.

Comments

Accepted version. Theological Studies, Vol. 80, No. 2 (June 1, 2019) : 293-327. DOI. © 2019 SAGE Publications. Used with permission.

Recommended Citation

Kelly, Conor M., "The Nature and Operation of Structural Sin: Additional Insights from Theology and Moral Psychology" (2019). Theology Faculty Research and Publications. 752.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theo_fac/752