Publisher's Synopsis
""A Philosophy of Religion"" is a comprehensive introduction to the philosophy of religion, written by Edgar Sheffield Brightman. The book is part of the Prentice Hall Philosophy Series and is designed for students and scholars interested in exploring the fundamental questions of religious belief and practice. The book begins with an overview of the nature of religion and its various forms, including monotheism, polytheism, and non-theistic religions. It then delves into the philosophical underpinnings of religious belief, examining arguments for the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the relationship between faith and reason. Throughout the book, Brightman engages with a wide range of philosophical perspectives, including those of Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, and Kant. He also draws on contemporary debates in philosophy of religion, such as the challenge of religious pluralism and the role of religious experience in shaping belief. In addition to its comprehensive coverage of the philosophical issues surrounding religion, ""A Philosophy of Religion"" also includes helpful features such as study questions, suggested readings, and a glossary of key terms. Overall, the book provides a rigorous and accessible introduction to the complex and fascinating field of philosophy of religion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
