Does God's Existence Need Proof? - Couverture souple

Messer, Richard

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0198269714 ISBN 13 : 9780198269717

Editeur : Oxford University Press, 1998

Synopsis

Book by Messer Richard

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

The possibility of proving the existence of God has fascinated 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 wholly inappropriate. Most critics have simply 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 task 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 shows that these are worthwhile - although not for the traditional reasons.

Revue de presse :

Penetrating and insightful ... Supplemented by an excellent bibliography, this book should be of value to all those interested in the Philosophy of Religion. (The Philosopher)

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Oxford University Press
• Date d'édition: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0198269714
• ISBN 13: 9780198269717
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 176