Philosophy of Religion

Philosophy of Religion

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Both an anthology and commentary, this text presents a self-contained introduction to the philosophy of religion. Readings focus on questions which have preoccupied Western philosophers when thinking about religion, such as the existence and nature of God and the question of life after death.

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Philosophy of Religion by Brian Davies

Philosophy of Religion: A Guide and Anthology provides a comprehensive, authoritative, and accessible overview of the philosophy of religion. Under the careful editorship of Brian Davies, the book contains a selection of the best classical and contemporary writings on the philosophy of religion together with substantial commentary, introductory material, discussion questions, and detailed guides to further reading. The editorial material sets the extracts in context and guides the reader through them. Taken as a whole, the book offers the ideal, self-contained introduction to the questions which have most preoccupied Western philosophers when thinking about religion. The selection is both very comprehensive and very generous. 65 sizeable extracts map out the full range of topics most commonly encountered in courses on the philosophy of religion. Part I looks at the relation between philosophy and religious belief; Parts II-IV consider the existence and nature of God; Part V addresses the 'problem of evil'; and Parts VI and VII are devoted to the relationship between morality and religion and to the question of life after death.
"Comprehensive, representative, good guidance and advice", Dr Andrew Dawson, Chester College
"The selection of articles is exceptionally good for an introductory course in the subjectThe questions are also useful for discussion in class and writing projects", Dr Victoria S Harrison, Birkbeck College
Professor Brian Davies is Professor of Philosophy, Fordham University, New York. He is a Catholic Priest and Dominican Friar and General Editor of the series 'Outstanding Christian Thinkers' published by Geoffrey Chapman, London and 'Medieval Minds' published by Oxford University Press. His many articles on Philosophy of Religion and Theology are widely published and he has contributed to several published titles.
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ISBN 13 9780198751946
ISBN 10 019875194X
Title Philosophy of Religion
Author Brian Davies
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 2000-07-27
Number of pages 784
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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