The possibility of proving the existence of God has fascinated thinkers and believers throughout the centuries. This book critically analyzes both sides of the contemporary debate between the two most important living philosophers of religion--Richard Swinburne and D.Z. Phillips--and constructs an alternative solution. Instead of taking sides on the issue of God's existence, Messer argues that behind each thinkers' work, and their attitudes toward proving the existence of God, lies fundamental trust. A positive discussion of relativism leads to a fresh analysis of the arguments for God's existence, particularly the ontological argument. In this way, Messer concludes that they are indeed worthwhile, although not for the traditional reasons.
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Anbieter: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, USA
Hardback. Zustand: Good. The possibility of proving the existence of God has facinated thinkers and believers throughout the centuries. For those like Richard Swinburne, such a project is both worthwhile and successful. For others, like D.Z. Phillips, it is simply inappropriate. Most critics have stopped and taken sides at this point, but this book argues a way forward, showing that the disparity between Swinburne and Phillips goes deeper - questioning the fundamental nature of God, the meaning of religious language and the proper taks of philosophy. The author argues that behind each thinker's work and their attitudes towards proving the existence of God, lies fundamental trust. A positive discussion of relativism leads to a fresh analysis of the arguments for God's existence, particularly the ontological argument, Dr Messer aimes to show that these are worthwhile - although not for the traditional reasons. Artikel-Nr. 00106965314
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Anbieter: Windows Booksellers, Eugene, OR, USA
Hardcover with dust jacket. VG/G. Dust jacket is edge worn and scuffed; covered with mylar. 160 pp. Artikel-Nr. 663828
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Anbieter: Salsus Books (P.B.F.A.), Kidderminster, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fair. 1st Edition. 180pp hardback, back boards gilt in tape-secured wrapper in removable clear plastic jacket, ex-library with usual stamps and labels. Artikel-Nr. 047089
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