Ethics of compassion bridging ethical theory and religious moral discourse / [electronic resource] :
Richard Reilly.
- Lanham, Md. : Lexington Books, c2008.
- 1 online resource (ix, 141 p.)
- Studies in comparative philosophy and religion .
- Studies in comparative philosophy and religion. .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 127-134) and index.
Golden rule reasoning -- "Compassion" and related notions -- Compassion as the basis of moral value -- Precepts for avoiding doing harm -- Virtues and moral aspiration -- Will, responsibility and selflessness -- Postscript : joyful living.