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What is philosophical theology? How does philosophy relate to theology? Should theology be philosophical? This book explores answers to these questions from the ancient world to the present day, introducing the reader to the basic theories and thinkers in philosophical theology, within the Judaeo-Christian tradition.
The book guides readers through the basic theories and thinkers in western philosophical theology from Plato to Plantinga, presenting key concerns that have led to debates within secular and Christian philosophy throughout history and encouraging readers to engage with these debates. It explores theories and schools of thought that have been developed to try and answer some of the most pressing questions in philosophy and theology across the following areas:
faith and knowledge
arguments for the existence of God
mysticism
religious language and experience
the soul and life after death
good and evil
conscience and religious ethics
human freewill
divine providence and miracles
Accessibly written, this book is an ideal starting point for anyone seeking a full introduction to philosophical theology as well as broader themes in philosophy of religion and systematic theology.
Contents
Introduction: What is Philosophical Theology? 1. Faith verses Knowledge? 2. God's Existence 3. Mysticism and Religious Language 4. Religious Experience and Religious Ethics 5. The Soul and the Afterlife 6. Evil, Providence and Miracles Conclusion: Philosophical Theologies
