Approaching Philosophy of Religion
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Approaching Philosophy of Religion by Anthony Thiselton
The book opens with an engaging history of the subject, mapping the major landmarks and outlining the main issues of current debate. The rest of the book falls into three parts: Part 1: Approaches. Descriptions of the main approaches developed by scholars to study the subject, with lively case histories and working examples showing the approaches in action, and assessing their lasting value. Part 2: Concepts and Issues. Brief introductions to their origins and evolution, highlighting their significance in the work of major thinkers. Part 3 Key Terms. Concise explanations of all the words and phrases that readers need to know in order to fully grasp the subject.
‘An exciting new series that will provide orientation and essential information for students at the beginning of a course, in an attractive and readable formatFrom here the student will be well placed to move on to classic texts and larger handbooks.’ * John Barton, Professor of the Interpretation of Holy Scripture, University of Oxford *
Thiselton’s genius lies in his extraordinary capacity to help us see familiar issues afresh and deepen our sense of truth. Thiselton’s method. . . is to guide the student or reader, giving him or her new vistas, insights and nourishment for the intellectual journey ahead. * Church Times *
It is ideal not only as an introductory guide for students but as a stimulating survey of the subject that should appeal to any interested, intelligent reader * Church of England Newspaper *
Thiselton’s genius lies in his extraordinary capacity to help us see familiar issues afresh and deepen our sense of truth. Thiselton’s method. . . is to guide the student or reader, giving him or her new vistas, insights and nourishment for the intellectual journey ahead. * Church Times *
It is ideal not only as an introductory guide for students but as a stimulating survey of the subject that should appeal to any interested, intelligent reader * Church of England Newspaper *
The late Anthony Thiselton was Emeritus Professor of Christian Theology at the University of Nottingham and a fellow of the British Academy. He previously taught at the Universities of Sheffield, Bristol and Durham and was known internationally for his work on hermeneutics and the theory of interpretation.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780281076765 |
| ISBN 10 | 0281076766 |
| Title | Approaching Philosophy of Religion |
| Author | Anthony Thiselton |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | SPCK Publishing |
| Year published | 2017-05-18 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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