the-problem-of-god

by peter-adam-angeles

"The Problem of A Short Introduction is an introductory book planned for use in Introduction to Philosophy courses during the three to five week section which deals with problems in the Philosophy of Religion. The book may be used in conjunction with other books such as those suggested in the bibliography, in introductory courses in the Philosophy of Religion, and in Comparative Religions. It can be used to satisfy both a general education requirement for students as well as provide a foundation for those who plan to take a more advanced course in Philosophy.

"The material is philosophically (as opposed to theologically or religiously) oriented, stressing the problem of God as a logical and philosophical problem. The perspective is critically analytic in the Naturalistic-Humanistic tradition. The basic approach is an issues or problems approach, but this is set in a historical context with quotations from Greek philosophy, the Church Fathers, the Medieval period, and from modern philosophers. The aim is to enable students to see what is being said and has been said about God and thereby fit this into a better framework in the light of present knowledge and society. It is hoped that students will develop an awareness and appreciation of the philosophical problems in the concept of God, that they will acquire the ability to engage in intelligent evaluation and exchange of ideas, and that they will display these qualities in their everyday thought."

-- from the Author's Preface (p. vii)

Genres: Religion, Philosophy

Paperback

First published January 1, 1974