PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION

A modern take on this age-old branch of philosophyA much-needed introductory level book on this widely studied subject. Isaac Asimov said that whatever the tortures of hell I think the boredom of heaven would be even worse. Such quandaries are the bread and butter of philosophy of religion. Questioning why evil exists whether God could create a stone he couldn’t lift and if the wonder of life suggests a Creator this fascinating branch of philosophy is concerned with arguments for and against religion and what form an immortal god (or gods) would take if in existence. Assuming no prior knowledge of philosophy from the reader Taliaferro provides a clear exploration of the discipline introducing a wide range of philosophers and covering the topics of morality and religion evil the afterlife prayer and miracles. Also containing sections dedicated to Hinduism Buddhism and the Eastern religions this helpful primer is perfect for students or the general reader.