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What is Philosophy of Religion?

By Charles Taliaferro
Series: What is Philosophy?
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What is Philosophy of Religion? explores fundamental religious questions such as the meaning of life, the evidence for God's existence, and the interplay between science and religion. Charles Taliaferro invites readers to consider religious faith and secular inquiry with respect and openness through a practical, question-driven approach suitable for beginners.
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This book is ideal for students, beginners, and anyone interested in a clear and accessible introduction to the philosophy of religion, especially those open to exploring both faith-based and secular perspectives.

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"In this beginner's guide, Charles Taliaferro addresses the important questions involved in philosophy of religion, covering all the major contemporary topics. What is Philosophy of Religion? takes a practical, question-based approach to the subject, inviting the reader to engage with this exciting topic in a down-to-earth way"--

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An important part of philosophy is concerned with religious questions. What is the meaning of life, and how might religious faith or doubt impact such meaning? What is the evidence for the existence of God? Is evidence essential for religious faith? What is the relationship between science and religion? What is the relationship between religions? How can or should one assess virtues and vices, right and wrong, from a religious versus a secular point of view?

In this beginner’s guide, Charles Taliaferro addresses these and other important questions involved in philosophy of religion. He challenges the negative, often complacent attitudes towards religion as being dangerous or merely superstitious, arguing instead for a healthy pluralism and respect between persons of faith and secular inquirers.

What is Philosophy of Religion? takes a practical, question-based approach to the subject, inviting the reader to engage with this exciting area of philosophy in a down-to-earth way.

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Fiona Ellis praises it as a "lively, profound, and lucid introduction" that is a delight to read. John Cottingham calls it an "enthusiastic and engagingly written invitation to the subject," ideal for students beginning in philosophy of religion. Adriano Fabris describes it as "very engaging, well structured and well written."

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509529551

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 December 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 204g

Pages: 160

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Charles Taliaferro Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality Series: What is Philosophy?

About the Author

Charles Taliaferro is Professor of Philosophy at St. Olaf College.

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