Religion Key Concepts In Philosophy

Author : Brendan Sweetman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1441197060
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Religion: Key Concepts in Philosophy written by Brendan Sweetman and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2007-04-23 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The philosophy of religion is a core area in the study of philosophy, as well as being a subject of growing contemporary interest. It encompasses some of the major and most complex philosophical questions. Does God exist? What is God's nature? Why does God allow evil? What is a religious experience? Are religion and science compatible? What relevance does evolution have for religious belief? It also covers questions concerning the challenge of religious pluralism, a topic of great contemporary relevance. Written with the specific needs of students new to philosophy in mind, Religion: Key Concepts in Philosophy covers the work of major thinkers and outlines clearly the central questions and arguments encountered in studying the philosophy of religion. This is an engaging and clear introduction to a major component of the undergraduate philosophy curriculum, as well as being an ideal support for general readers.

Author : Neil A. Manson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470674288
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book This is Philosophy of Religion written by Neil A. Manson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-03-23 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A reader-friendly introduction to the essential concepts, theories, and questions in analytic philosophy of religion Does God exist? If so, what is God's relationship to us? Do we have free will? This is Philosophy of Religion surveys foundational topics in the philosophy of religion using a clear and accessible style. Straightforward and easy to comprehend for those with no prior philosophical background, this engaging introduction familiarizes readers with the vocabulary, methods, and major concepts in the philosophy of religion, and invites them to think through questions which arise in the intersection of philosophy, theology, and religious studies. Part of the popular This is Philosophy series, this book applies the basic investigative methods of philosophy to questions of religion, faith, and morality. Chapters offer a framework for thinking about religion, present arguments for and against the existence of God, discuss religious diversity, consider the intellectual co-existence of faith and reason, and examine different theories about why people are religious. Examples and illustrations taken from popular culture reinforce the subject’s contemporary relevance, and are complemented by a wealth of online resources for instructors on the This is Philosophy series site that encourage further reading and strengthen student comprehension of key concepts. A dependable introduction to the philosophy of religion, This is Philosophy of Religion is an ideal gateway to the discipline for readers who want to engage with questions about religion and contemplate the philosophical implications of religious belief.

Author : Pamela J. Stewart
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1623568145
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ritual: Key Concepts in Religion written by Pamela J. Stewart and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2014-01-16 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ritual has emerged as a major focus of academic interest. As a concept, the idea of ritual integrates the study of behavior both within and beyond the domain of religion. Ritual can be both secular and religious in character. There is renewed interest in questions such as: Why do rituals exist at all? What has been, and continues to be, their place in society? How do they change over time? Such questions exist against a backdrop of assumptions about development, modernization, and disenchantment of the world. Written with the specific needs of students of religious studies in mind, Ritual: Key Concepts in Religion surveys the field of ritual studies, looking at it both historically within anthropology and in terms of its contemporary relevance to world events.

Author : James E. Faulconer
Publisher : Indiana University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780253215758
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Transcendence in Philosophy and Religion written by James E. Faulconer and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Considering whether it is possible to analyse religious transcendence in a philosophical manner, this text explores French philosophy of religion, particularly Derrida, Marion, Levinas & Ricoeur, & the new ways they proposes thinking about religious experience in a postmodern world.

Author : Stewart Goetz
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119010950
Total Pages : 6 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Religion, 4 Volume Set written by Stewart Goetz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An unprecedented multi-volume reference work on philosophy of religion, providing authoritative coverage of all significant concepts, figures, and movements Unmatched in scope and depth, The Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Religion provides readers with a well-balanced understanding of philosophical thought about the nature of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and other religious traditions around the globe. Spanning across four comprehensive volumes, this groundbreaking resource contains hundreds of specially commissioned entries covering the key themes, thinkers, works, and ideas in the field. Organized alphabetically, the Encyclopedia addresses an unmatched range of both historical and contemporary topics which reflect a diversity of theoretical and cultural perspectives. The entries encompass an extraordinary range of topics, from Aquinas and Kierkegaard, to teleological and ontological arguments, to cognitive science and psychology of religion, and many more. Each peer-reviewed entry is written by an acknowledged expert on the topic and includes short bibliographies, suggestions for further reading, and extensive cross-references. Accessible to scholars and non-specialist readers alike, this invaluable reference work: Provides balanced coverage of Abrahamic religions as well as different traditions from Asia, Africa, and other geographic regions Presents more than 450 entries which have been carefully reviewed by an editorial advisory board of world-renowned scholars Explores topics in various historical contexts, such as Jewish and Islamic contributions to medieval philosophy Discusses recent developments and new approaches to the study of philosophy of religion Examines significant theories and concepts including free will, atonement, moral argument, natural law, process theology, evolutionary theory, and theism Offers a fully cross-referenced and searchable online edition; The first work of its kind, The Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Religion is an indispensable resource for scholars and advanced students in philosophy, theology, religious studies, and relevant areas of humanities and sciences at both secular universities and theological colleges and seminaries.

Author : Anthony C. Thiselton
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
ISBN 13 : 0830887318
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Approaching Philosophy of Religion written by Anthony C. Thiselton and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2018-01-16 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encountering philosophy of religion for the first time, we are like explorers arriving on an uncharted coastline. This introduction from Anthony Thiselton is divided into three parts, first mapping the main approaches, then introducing us to the major ideas and thinkers, and finally giving concise explanations of all the words and phrases readers need to know.

Author : Chad Meister
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134141793
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introducing Philosophy of Religion written by Chad Meister and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-02-13 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does God exist? What about evil and suffering? How does faith relate to science? Is there life after death? These questions fascinate everyone and lie at the heart of philosophy of religion. Chad Meister offers an up-to-date introduction to the field, focussing not only on traditional debates but also on contemporary concepts such as the intelligent creator. Key topics, such as divine reality and the self and religious experience, are discussed in relation to different faiths. Introducing Philosophy of Religion: • offers a lucid overview of contemporary philosophy of religion • introduces the key figures in the history of philosophy of religion • explores the impact of religious diversity and pluralism • examines the main arguments for and against the existence of God and the nature of the divine • looks at science and issues of faith and reason • explores how the different religions approach the concept of life after death. The wealth of textbook features, including tables of essential information, questions for reflection, summaries, glossary and recommendations for further reading make the book ideal for student use. Along with its accompanying Reader, this is the perfect introductory package for undergraduate philosophy of religion courses. Visit the book's companion website at www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415403276. Features include: an interactive glossary a timeline powerpoint slides on all the chapters chapter outlines lists of objectives for study.

Author : Frederick Ferré
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135976481
Total Pages : 522 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Basic Modern Philosophy of Religion written by Frederick Ferré and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-06-19 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a reasoned, comprehensive understanding of what religion is as well as a clear and critical assessment of whether, in the light of modern developments in philosophy, contemporary thinking people can responsibly maintain religious belief in God. The book is divided into three major sections: the first deals with what all religions may be said to have in common; the second discusses theistic religion and the issue of intellectually responsible belief in God; the third examines current developments within a particular theistic religion, Christianity. Originally published in 1968, the book is basic, both in the nature of the issues it discusses and in the clarity and comprehensiveness of its presentation; it is varied in the arguments and perspectives dealt with; it provides an introduction to philosophical thinking through the problems of philosophy of religion; and it deals seriously with controversial movements in theology.

Author : Raymond J. VanArragon
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1441138676
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Key Terms in Philosophy of Religion written by Raymond J. VanArragon and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-10-21 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive and easy to navigate reference guide to the key terms, concepts, thinkers and major works in the philosophy of religion.

Author : Oliver Leaman
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134689055
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy written by Oliver Leaman and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-09-11 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy provides an extensive glossary of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. The book includes definitions of philosophical ideas linked to the national traditions of: * Persia * India * Islamic world * China * Japan * Tibet including concepts from: * Zoroastrianism * Hinduism * Sufism * Islam * Confucianism * Shintoism * Taoism * Buddhism Each entry includes a guide for further reading and critical analysis, and is cross-referenced with associated concepts and is in easy-to-use A-Z format.