A Theology of Beasts - E-book - ePub

Who invented veterinary medicine? What should a Christian think about animals? Are people better than animals? Do animals have souls?  In an age of confusion about how we should relate to animals, this little book offers refreshing clarity. Whether you're a veterinarian, interested in attending veterinary school, or want to know more about the theology of human-animal relations, this book is for you! Did you know Christians have been heavily involved in the discipline of veterinary medicine from its very start? By exploring their oft forgotten stories and highlighting passages from the Bible that inspired them, we will see that they found firm backing from the words of Scripture.
What does the Bible say about veterinary medicine? Delve into the truth about what God thinks of His animal creation and learn how God means us to relate to the beasts. Follow in the forgotten footsteps of great Christian philosophers who fleshed out Biblical thinking about animals.