God?: A Debate Between a Christian and an Atheist (Point/Counterpoint) - Softcover

Craig; Sinnott-Armstrong

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195166000 ISBN 13: 9780195166002

Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc, 2004

Synopsis

This concise, up-to-date, and accessible discussion of the existence of God is presented as a point/counterpoint debate: Craig argues for God's existence and Sinnott-Armstrong argues against it. Employing common language and concrete examples, the authors formulate their arguments in light of recent developments in science, religion, and philosophy. Avoiding overly esoteric arguments, they directly address the issues that concern non-specialists who are wondering about God, such as religious experience, the Bible, evil, eternity, the origin of the universe, design, and the supposed connection between morality and the existence of God. By assuming a traditional concept of God in their discussion, the authors ensure that they are truly addressing each other's viewpoints and engaging in a disagreement over a unified issue. The book is composed of six chapters that alternate between Craig and Sinnott-Armstrong, so that each separate point can be discussed as it arises. This lively and direct dialogue will stimulate students regardless of whether or not they believe in God.

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Review

This is a fun book to read, it raises in a clear and lively way a wide range of central questions for those new to the field, it mostly points such readers in the right direction for further study, and it demonstrates to them how a philosophical approach can make a significant contribution to answering such questions. The field of introductions to the philosophy of religion is becoming crowded, but God? A Debate between a Christian and an Atheist brings a distinctive and welcome treatment to the subject, and deserves to flourish in a competitive market. (Ars Disputandi (online journal))

... fast-moving and passionate ... the arguments are lucidly expounded, and both authors are good at picking up on the details of each others' remarks. This gives a real sense of the argument being carried forward, and of some progress being made. (Ars Disputandi (online journal))

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195166000
• ISBN 13: 9780195166002
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176