Philosophy of Religion: An Introduction with ReadingsPsychology Press, 2001 - Всего страниц: 199 With the entry-level student in mind, Stuart Brown guides the reader through three main topics: whether or not there is life after death; whether or not there is a powerful, beneficent intelligence controlling the universe; and the nature and appropriate defence of religious belief or faith. Each chapter is linked to readings by commentators on religion and belief, such as David Hume, John Hick, Richard Dawkins and William James. Key features also include activities and exercises, chapter summaries and guides to further reading. |
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PART I | 5 |
PART II | 53 |
PART III | 99 |
READINGS | 129 |
The argument from conscience | 143 |
The Ethics of Belief | 163 |
Revision test | 181 |
5 | 182 |
Answers to revision test | 194 |
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