Reason and Religious Belief: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion

by Bruce Reichenbach (Author), David Basinger (Author), William Hasker (Author), Michael L. Peterson (Author), David Basinger (Author), Bruce Reichenbach (Author)

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  1998

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  This volume explores the perennial issues in the philosophy of religion. Drawing from both classical and contemporary discussions, the authors examine standard topics in the field - religious experience, faith and reason, theistic arguments, the problem of evil, religious language, miracles, and life after death - as well as new topics that have been widely discussed over the last few decades, including Reformed epistemology, religious pluralism, the philosophical analysis of theological doctrine, and the Kalam cosmological argument. The authors also examine subjects not often included in other books, such as process theism, religious pluralism, and the relationship between religion and morality. The volume is enhanced by study questions and suggestions for further reading, and it is compatible for use in conjunction with the authors 1996 anthology, Philosophy of Religion: Selected Readings , whose structure parallels the topical sections in this book.

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  2008

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  What is the status of belief in God? Must a rational case be made or can such belief be properly basic? Is it possible to reconcile the concept of a good God with evil and suffering? In light of great differences among religions, can only one religion be true? The most comprehensive work of its kind, Reason and Religious Belief, now in its fourth edition, explores these and other perennial questions in the philosophy of religion. Drawing from the best in both classical and contemporary discussions, the authors examine religious experience, faith and reason, the divine attributes, arguments for and against the existence of God, divine action (in various forms of theism), Reformed epistemology, religious language, religious diversity, religion and science, and much more. Retaining the engaging style and thorough coverage of previous editions, the fourth edition adds a critical new chapter on the ontological status of religion and the nature of religious claims. It also features revised treatments of omnipotence, miracles, and providence and updated suggestions for further reading.A sophisticated yet accessible introduction, Reason and Religious Belief, Fourth Edition, is ideally suited for use with the authors' companion anthology, Philosophy of Religion: Selected Readings, Third Edition (OUP, 2006).