An Intelligent Person's Guide to Religion - Softcover

Haldane, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0715633767 ISBN 13: 9780715633762

Publisher: Gerald Duckworth & Co Ltd, 2005

Synopsis

What use is religion in the modern world? Since the Enlightenment philosophers have stripped faith of its claim to being part of human knowledge. But since the dismantling of religion, the ancient and enduring questions about the meaning of our existence - questions that haunt all of us at some point during our life - have never been adequately answered. Drawing on many aspects of human culture, John Haldane offers a defence of religion as not only credible but necessary. He explores the place of religion in relation to science, in making sense of evil, in understanding history and in explaining value. He also looks at religion's impact on art and its complex relationship with death. An Intelligent Person's Guide to Religion makes a compelling argument for the necessity of faith in modern society.

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Review

"'John Haldane has produced a splendid introduction to religious thought and belief. Lucid, compelling, unafraid to confront serious intellectual challenge, and shot through with insight and illuminating detail, this is a book that will enlighten believers and unbelievers alike.' Jonathan Sacks, Chief Rabbi"

About the Author

John Haldane is Professor of Philosophy, Head of the School of Philosophical and Anthropological Studies at the University of St Andrews, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. He is one of the editors of the International Encyclopedia of Philosophy and reviews frequently for the Times.

Edition details

• Publisher: Gerald Duckworth & Co Ltd
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0715633767
• ISBN 13: 9780715633762
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224