The Metaphysics of Theism

The Metaphysics of Theism
Author: Norman Kretzmann
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2001
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 019924653X

The Metaphysics of Theism is the definitive study of the natural theology of Thomas Aquinas, the greatest of medieval philosophers, written by one of the world's most eminent scholars of medieval thought. Natural theology is the investigation by analysis and rational argument of fundamental questions about reality, considered in relation to God. Professor Kretzmann shows the continuing value of Aquinas's doctrines to the philosophical enterprise today; he argues that natural theology offers the only route by which philosophers can, as philosophers, approach theological propositions, and that the one presented in this book is the best available natural theology.

Divine and Human Action

Divine and Human Action
Author: Thomas V. Morris
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2019-05-15
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 150174612X

The past three decades have seen a vigorous upsurge of interest in the philosophy of religion. Nevertheless, a relatively narrow range of topics has dominated the field. This ground-breaking volume, the effort of fifteen leading American philosophers of religion, represents a new movement in Anglo-American philosophical theology; it introduces important topics and fresh approaches to philosophical theology by centering its discussion on the relationship between God and the created universe.

The Metaphysics of Creation

The Metaphysics of Creation
Author: Norman Kretzmann
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 498
Release: 1999
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0198237871

Norman Kretzmann expounds and criticizes Aquinas's theology of creation, which is natural' (or philosophical) in that Aquinas developed it without depending on the data of Scripture. Because of the special importance of intellective creatures like us, Aquinas's account of the divine origin and organization of the universe includes essential ingredients of his philosophy of mind. The Metaphysics of Creation is a continuation of the project Kretzmann began inThe Metaphysics of Theism; as before, he not only explains Aquinas's natural theology, but advocates it as the best available to us.

Religion, Metaphysics, and the Postmodern

Religion, Metaphysics, and the Postmodern
Author: Christopher Ben Simpson
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2009
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0253221242

Engages two provocative contemporary philosophers of religion

The Physics of Theism

The Physics of Theism
Author: Jeffrey Koperski
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2015-01-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1118932803

The Physics of Theism provides a timely, critical analysis of the ways in which physics intertwines with religion. Koperski brings clarity to a range of arguments including the fine-tuning argument, naturalism, the laws of nature, and the controversy over Intelligent Design. A single author text providing unprecedented scope and depth of analysis of key issues within the Philosophy of Religion and the Philosophy of Science Critically analyses the ways in which physics is brought into play in matters of religion Self-contained chapters allow readers to directly access specific areas of interest The area is one of considerable interest, and this book is a timely and well-conceived contribution to these debates Written by an accomplished scholar working in the philosophy of physics in a style that renders complex arguments accessible

Theism and Ultimate Explanation

Theism and Ultimate Explanation
Author: Timothy O'Connor
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2012-02-20
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1444350889

An expansive, yet succinct, analysis of the Philosophy of Religion – from metaphysics through theology. Organized into two sections, the text first examines truths concerning what is possible and what is necessary. These chapters lay the foundation for the book’s second part – the search for a metaphysical framework that permits the possibility of an ultimate explanation that is correct and complete. A cutting-edge scholarly work which engages with the traditional metaphysician’s quest for a true ultimate explanation of the most general features of the world we inhabit Develops an original view concerning the epistemology and metaphysics of modality, or truths concerning what is possible or necessary Applies this framework to a re-examination of the cosmological argument for theism Defends a novel version of the Leibnizian cosmological argument

The God of Metaphysics

The God of Metaphysics
Author: T. L. S. Sprigge
Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand
Total Pages: 597
Release: 2006-04-20
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0199283044

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Christian Theism and the Problems of Philosophy

Christian Theism and the Problems of Philosophy
Author: Michael D. Beaty
Publisher:
Total Pages: 400
Release: 1990
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN:

A collection of essays (several reprinted from Faith and philosophy, the journal of the Society for Christian Philosophers) written in response to Alvin Plantiga's paper philosophers challenge to religious philosophers to serve their own religious communities more faithfully. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

God in an Open Universe

God in an Open Universe
Author: William Hasker
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2011-08-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 160899743X

Since its inception, the discussion surrounding Open Theism has been dominated by polemics. On crucial philosophical issues, Openness proponents have largely been devoted to explicating the underlying framework and logical arguments supporting their perspective against competing theological and philosophical perspectives. As a result, very little constructive work has been done on the interconnections between Open Theism and the natural sciences. Given the central place of sciences in today's world, any perspective that hopes to have a broad impact must necessarily address such disciplines in a sustained and constructive manner. To date such engagements from the Openness perspective have been rare. God in an Open Universe addresses this deficiency. This book demonstrates that Open Theism makes a distinctive and highly fruitful contribution to the conversation and constructive work occurring between philosophy, theology, and the sciences. The various essays explore subjects ranging from physics to prayer, from special relativity to divine providence, from metaphysics to evolution, and from space-time to God. All who work at the intersection of theology and the sciences will benefit greatly from these essays that break new ground in this important conversation.