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Informationen zum Autor William E. Mann is Marsh Professor of Intellectual and Moral Philosophy at the University of Vermont. He has written extensively on topics in the philosophy of religion and in medieval philosophy. Klappentext The Blackwell Guide to the Philosophy of Religion features 14 new essays written by some of the most prominent philosophers working in the field. Contributors include Linda Zagzebski, Hugh J. McCann, Brian Leftow, Gareth B. Matthews, William L. Rowe, Elliott Sober, Derk Pereboom, Alfred J. Freddoso, William P. Alston, William J. Wainwright, Peter van Inwagen, Philip Kitcher, William E. Mann, and Philip L. Quinn. The volume explores questions regarding the nature of God, the existence of God, religious belief, and the impact of religion on our secular lives. Written in clear and accessible prose, these essays provide a comprehensive treatment of the major problems in philosophy of religion and pose new insights, furthering the discussion of these topics. This book is an indispensable resource for students and teachers alike. Zusammenfassung Features fourteen essays that cover the major problems in the philosophy of religion. Inhaltsverzeichnis Notes on Contributors. Preface. Part I: The Concept of God. 1. Omniscience, Time, and Freedom (Linda Zagzebski). 2. Divine Power and Action (Hugh McCan). 3. Eternity and Immutability (Brian Leftow). Part II: The Existence of God. 4. The Ontological Argument (Gareth B. Matthews). 5. Cosmological Arguments (William L. Rowe). 6. The Design Argument (Elliott Sober). 7. The Problem of Evil (Derk Pereboom). Part III: Religious Belief. 8. Christian Faith as a Way of Life (Alfred J. Freddoso). 9. Mysticism and Perceptual Awareness of God (William P. Alston). 10. Competing Religious Claims (William J. Wainwright). Part IV: Religion and Life. 11. Human Destiny (Peter van Inwagen). 12. The Many-Sided Conflict Between Religion and Science (Philip Kitcher). 13. Theism and the Foundations of Ethics (William E. Mann). 14. Religion and Politics (Philip L. Quinn). Index. ...
