In the introduction, the author indicates that philosophy of religion examines basic religious beliefs as well as the major conceptions of God that emerged in Western civilization, namely theistic ideas of God (p. 1-3).
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Objective & Hypothesis:In the preface of the 4th edition (p. xiii), Rowe relates the development of philosophy of religion in the 21st century with the ability of religious thinkers to demonstrate that religious belief supports rational arguments, growth in the understanding of non-Western religious traditions and continued interest in the problem of evil.
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Key Findings & Data:He indicates his intention to address the reasons behind the development of this field of study.
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Conclusion & Impact:In the introduction, the author indicates that philosophy of religion examines basic religious beliefs as well as the major conceptions of God that emerged in Western civilization, namely theistic ideas of God (p. 1-3).
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📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:William L. Rowe · din felsefesi
Özet
In the preface of the 4th edition (p. xiii), Rowe relates the development of philosophy of religion in the 21st century with the ability of religious thinkers to demonstrate that religious belief supports rational arguments, growth in the understanding of non-Western religious traditions and continued interest in the problem of evil. He indicates his intention to address the reasons behind the development of this field of study. Rowe divides the topics of discussion into eleven chapters. In the introduction, the author indicates that philosophy of religion examines basic religious beliefs as well as the major conceptions of God that emerged in Western civilization, namely theistic ideas of God (p. 1-3).
Hashiru, M. (2016). Philosophy of Religion: An Introduction - William L. Rowe. İslam Araştırmaları Dergisi, Sayı: 36, 202–208. https://doi.org/10.26570/isad.327266