Religion

An introduction to the philosophy of religion for undergraduates

Philosophy of religion is a major area of study within philosophy, with courses being offered by nearly all departments
- Brendan Sweetman has taught introductory courses on the philosophy of religion for fifteen years - his style is down-to-earth, clear and accessible
- Covers traditional and contemporary perspectives on the philosophy of religion
- Includes material on religion and science and religion and politics - topics not covered in other introductions.

Key Concepts in Philosophy is a series of concise, accessible and engaging introductions to the core ideas and subjects encountered in the study of philosophy. Specially written to meet the needs of students and those with an interest in, but little prior knowledge of, philosophy, these books open up fascinating, yet sometimes difficult ideas. The series builds to give a solid grounding in philosophy and each book is also ideal as a companion to further study.

The philosophy of religion is a core area in the study of philosophy, as well as being a subject of growing contemporary interest. It encompasses some of the major and most complex philosophical questions, questions related to the fundamentals of knowledge, belief and existence; of the nature, existence and possibility of God; of virtue, morality, evil, sin and redemption. Religion: Key Concepts in Philosophy is the ideal first stop for the student wishing to get to grips with this subject. Written with the specific needs of students new to the discipline in mind, it covers the work of key thinkers in the discipline and outlines clearly the central questions and arguments encountered in studying the philosophy of religion. Valuably, the book also looks at the relationship of philosophy of religion to politics and science, and at the difficult topic - of tremendous contemporary concern - of religious pluralism. This is a practical and informative introduction to a major component of the undergraduate philosophy curriculum, as well as being a support to ongoing study.