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Michael Ruse's writings explore what sociobiology says about morality. Further, he claims that sociobiology undermines the base for Christian morality. After responding to criticisms of Ruse, especially those of Arthur Peacocke, I lay a base for meeting his challenge.
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Sharpe, K.J. Biology intersects religion and morality. Biol Philos 7, 77–88 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00130166
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00130166