Understand the Philosophy of Religion: Teach Yourself by Mel Thompson

Understand the Philosophy of Religion: Teach Yourself by Mel Thompson

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This is a straightforward introduction to the philosophy of religion examining the arguments for an against belief in a clear, structured way.

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Understand the Philosophy of Religion: Teach Yourself by Mel Thompson

Is this the right book for me? This book is for anyone wanting to understand what religion is really about. Exploring all the key principles upon which religion is based and setting out the arguments for and against belief in a clear, accessible style, it examines religion against current issues such as terrorism, evolution, and our multi-cultural society. Understand the Philosophy of Religion includes: Chapter 1: Religious experience Chapter 2: Religious language Chapter 3: God: the concepts Chapter 4: God: the arguments Chapter 5: Atheism and humanism Chapter 6: The self Chapter 7: Psychology and religion Chapter 8: Suffering and evil Chapter 9: Religion and science Chapter 10: Religion and society Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and added features: Not got much time? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. Author insights Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. Test yourself Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. Extend your knowledge Extra online articles to give you a richer understanding of psychology. Five things to remember Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. Try this Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Mel Thompson is an experienced author specialising in philosophy, religion and ethics.
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ISBN 13 9781444105001
ISBN 10 1444105000
Title Understand the Philosophy of Religion: Teach Yourself
Author Mel Thompson
Series Teach Yourself - General
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher John Murray Press
Year published 2010-05-28
Number of pages 368
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