The Moral Theology of Climate Justice: Addressing Inequality and Political Fragility

Abstract

This paper develops the moral theology of climate justice, which focuses on how it can be used to solve the inequality of the environment and political instability. The study relies on the interdisciplinary literature of theology, ethics, and climate studies to analyze how religious paradigm influences the moral reaction to climate crises and affects fair environmental policies. Theological concepts, such as the ecofeminism concept, pastoral ethics, and Christian political theology are examined to prove their applicability in developing intergenerational accountability and social justice. Also reflected by the study, the differences in climate effects between Global North and South are put into perspective with greater socio-political and moral contexts. The paper asserts that moral theological orientations offer important mechanisms in not only comprehending but also alleviating the impacts of the climate change especially on vulnerable communities by incorporating insights in practical theology, public theology as well as eco theology. The results highlight the essence of faith-based leadership, moral thinking, and social interaction in advancing climate justice, and provide practical solutions to the issue of systemic injustices and political insecurity. The study adds to the existing discussions in the border of religion, ethics, and environmental policy and promotes the holistic perspective of the climate action based on the moral and theological values.