The Davenant Institute has released a new edition of Oliver O’Donovan’s “Begotten or Made?” making the once rare and expensive book now readily available. This updated version includes a new introduction by Matthew Lee Anderson, providing important context to the work. Originally published in 1983, O’Donovan’s lectures on reproduction remain relevant today as he delves into the theological implications of artificial human fertilization.
In his book, O’Donovan explores the distinction between “begetting” and “making,” discussing the ethics of reproductive technologies and the purpose of medicine. He also addresses topics such as transsexual surgery, donor involvement in procreation, and the personhood of embryos. O’Donovan’s insights into these issues, especially his views on the moral implications of creating human life through technology, continue to resonate with readers today.
The book is concise yet densely packed with thought-provoking ideas that challenge readers to consider the ethical implications of modern reproductive technologies. By reissuing this important work, the Davenant Institute has made a valuable contribution to the intellectual discourse within contemporary Protestantism. As Trueman commends, “Begotten or Made?” deserves to be widely read by theologians, philosophers, and pastors alike.
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