Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology

Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology
Author: Colin Ruloff
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2021-06-17
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1350093874

In recent years there has been a bold revival in the field of natural theology, where “natural theology” can be understood as the attempt to demonstrate that God exists by way of reason, evidence, and argument without the appeal to divine revelation. Today's practitioners of natural theology have not only revived and recast all of the traditional arguments in the field, but, by drawing upon the findings of contemporary cosmology, chemistry, and biology, have also developed a range of fascinating new ones. Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology brings together twenty experts working in the field today. Together, they practice natural theology from a wide range of perspectives, and show how the field of natural theology is practiced today with a degree of diversity and confidence not seen since the Middle Ages. Aimed primarily at advanced undergraduates and graduate students, the volume will also be of interest to researchers in philosophy, theology, biblical studies, and religious studies, as an indispensable resource on contemporary theistic proofs.

Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology

Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology
Author: C. P. Ruloff
Publisher:
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2021
Genre: Natural theology
ISBN: 9781350093881

"In recent years there has been a bold revival in the field of natural theology, where "natural theology" can be understood as the attempt to demonstrate that God exists by way of reason, evidence, and argument without the appeal to divine revelation. Today's practitioners of natural theology have not only revived and recast all of the traditional arguments in the field, but, by drawing upon the findings of contemporary cosmology, chemistry, and biology, have also developed a range of fascinating new ones. Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology brings together eighteen experts working in the field today. Together, they practice natural theology from a wide range of perspectives, and show how the field of natural theology is practiced today with a degree of diversity and confidence not seen since the Middle Ages. Aimed primarily at advanced undergraduates and graduate students, the volume will also be of interest to researchers in philosophy, theology, biblical studies, and religious studies, as an indispensable resource on contemporary theistic proofs"--

Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology

Contemporary Arguments in Natural Theology
Author: Peter Horban
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2021
Genre: Electronic books
ISBN: 9781350088603

Revisiting the classical arguments for the existence of God -- Further directions in natural theology.

In Defense of Natural Theology

In Defense of Natural Theology
Author: James F. Sennett
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2005-10-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780830827671

James F. Sennett and Douglas Groothuis have assembled a distinguished array of scholars to examine the Humean legacy with care and make the case for a more robust, if chastened, natural theology after Hume.

The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology

The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology
Author: William Lane Craig
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 706
Release: 2012-02-27
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1444350854

With the help of in-depth essays from some of the world's leading philosophers, The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology explores the nature and existence of God through human reason and evidence from the natural world. Provides in-depth and cutting-edge treatment of natural theology's main arguments Includes contributions from first-rate philosophers well known for their work on the relevant topics Updates relevant arguments in light of the most current, state-of-the-art philosophical and scientific discussions Stands in useful contrast and opposition to the arguments of the 'new atheists'

Faith, Reason and the Existence of God

Faith, Reason and the Existence of God
Author: Denys Turner
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2004-09-16
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780521602563

The proposition that the existence of God is demonstrable by rational argument is doubted by nearly all philosophical opinion today and is thought by most Christian theologians to be incompatible with Christian faith. This book argues that, on the contrary, there are reasons of faith why in principle the existence of God should be thought rationally demonstrable and that it is worthwhile revisiting the theology of Thomas Aquinas to see why this is so. The book further suggests that philosophical objections to proofs of God's existence rely upon an attenuated and impoverished conception of reason which theologians of all monotheistic traditions might wish to reject. Denys Turner proposes that on a broader and deeper conception of it, human rationality is open to the 'sacramental shape' of creation as such and in its exercise of rational proof of God it in some way participates in that sacramentality of all things.

Natural Signs and Knowledge of God

Natural Signs and Knowledge of God
Author: C. Stephen Evans
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2010-05-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0191501549

Is there such a thing as natural knowledge of God? C. Stephen Evans presents the case for understanding theistic arguments as expressions of natural signs in order to gain a new perspective both on their strengths and weaknesses. Three classical, much-discussed theistic arguments - cosmological, teleological, and moral - are examined for the natural signs they embody. At the heart of this book lie several relatively simple ideas. One is that if there is a God of the kind accepted by Christians, Jews, and Muslims, then it is likely that a 'natural' knowledge of God is possible. Another is that this knowledge will have two characteristics: it will be both widely available to humans and yet easy to resist. If these principles are right, a new perspective on many of the classical arguments for God's existence becomes possible. We understand why these arguments have for many people a continued appeal but also why they do not constitute conclusive 'proofs' that settle the debate once and for all. Touching on the interplay between these ideas and contemporary scientific theories about the origins of religious belief, particularly the role of natural selection in predisposing humans to form beliefs in God or gods, Evans concludes that these scientific accounts of religious belief are fully consistent, even supportive, of the truth of religious convictions.

The Oxford Handbook of Natural Theology

The Oxford Handbook of Natural Theology
Author: Russell Re Manning
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 647
Release: 2013-01-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0199556938

The Oxford Handbook of Natural Theology" explores the diversity and vitality o natural theology, both historically and as an issue of contemporary concern.

Postmodern Apologetics?:Arguments for God in Contemporary Philosophy

Postmodern Apologetics?:Arguments for God in Contemporary Philosophy
Author: Christina M. Gschwandtner
Publisher: Fordham Univ Press
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2013
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0823242749

Postmodern Apologetics provides an introduction to contemporary French thinkers who argue for the coherence and viability of Christian faith and religious experience with phenomenological and hermeneutical tools. It treats both French philosophers and appropriations of their thought in the North American context.