Animal Theologians

“This insightful anthology is a treasure trove of often hidden gems. This parade of writings, from the early pioneers to the most current thought leaders, offers a library of resources for all who wish to deepen their understanding of animal theology. Andrew Linzey and Clair Linzey have given us a wonderful gift.” — Paul J. Kirbas, President and Paul Tillich Professor of Theology and Culture, Graduate Theological Foundation

“A broad-ranging engagement with seminal figures in the history of animal theology, this book is required reading for anyone seriously engaged in constructive theological reflection in the areas of animal theology and ethics.” — James Helmer, Associate Professor of Theological Ethics, Xavier University

“This is why I strongly recommend this wonderful book, because readers of the inspirational essays will motivate people to make positive dietary changes.” — Richard H. Schwartz, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, College of Staten Island, Times of Israel

“Animal Theologians was a real eye-opener! From graphic accounts of how animals are slaughtered to how utterly reliant we are on other life forms. The book is full of insightful facts including why cows are sacred in India to how contemplative appreciation and gratitude awaken our conscience to the interconnectedness of all life.” — Michelle Deans, Michelle’s Monologues

“A book on the topic edited by them and published by Oxford University Press promises to be a cornerstone of the field.” — B.V.E. Hyde, Studies in Christian Ethics

This book will resonate with scholars in theology, animal ethics, and environmental studies. It is particularly suitedfor readers seeking to understand how religious thought intersects with animal welfare, as well as those interested inthe ethical dimensions of human-animal relationships. The anthology’s historical breadth and insightful analyses make ita valuable resource for both introductory and advanced studies in animal theology.– Tianji Ma, Science and Christian Belief

“By editing this fascinating collection of animal theologians, Andrew and Clair Linzey broke new ground.” — Kurt Remele, Journal of Animal Ethics

Andrew Linzey is director of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics and has been a member of the Faculty of Theology in the University of Oxford for twenty-eight years. He is a visiting professor of animal theology at the University of Winchester. He is the author or editor of more than thirty books, including Animal Theology (1994), Why Animal Suffering Matters (OUP, 2009), and The Palgrave Handbook of Practical Animal Ethics (2018).

Clair Linzey is the deputy director of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics and professor of animal theology at the Graduate Theological Foundation. She is co-editor of the Journal of Animal Ethics and co-editor of the Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Series. She is the author of Developing Animal Theology (2021) and has co-edited eight other books with Andrew Linzey.