An Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion
An Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion provides a broad overview of the topics which are at the forefront of discussion in contemporary philosophy of religion. Prominent views and arguments from both historical and contemporary authors are discussed and analyzed. The book treats all of the central topics in the field, including the coherence of the divine attributes, theistic and atheistic arguments, faith and reason, religion and ethics, miracles, human freedom and divine providence, science and religion, and immortality. In addition it addresses topics of significant importance that similar books often ignore, including the argument for atheism from hiddenness, the coherence of the doctrines of the Trinity and the Incarnation, and the relationship between religion and politics. It will be a valuable accompaniment to undergraduate and introductory graduate-level courses.
- A balanced and broad introduction to the field giving students a solid grounding in the subject
- Emphasises philosophical reflection on the nature of God and particular theological doctrines
- Provides a thorough discussion of science and religion including intelligent design and the evolutionary psychology of religion
Product details
April 2008Hardback
9780521853699
306 pages
253 × 178 × 25 mm
0.76kg
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Table of Contents
- Preface
- Part I. The Nature of God:
- 1. Attributes of God: independence, goodness, and power
- 2. Attributes of God: eternity, knowledge, and providence
- 3. God incarnate and triune
- Part II. The Rationality of Religious Belief:
- 4. Faith and rationality
- 5. Theistic arguments
- 6. Anti-theistic arguments
- Part III. Science, Morality, and Immorality:
- 7. Religion and science
- 8. Religion, morality, and politics
- 9. Mind, body, and immortality.