An introduction to the philosophy of religion, by robin le poidevin the arguments are accessible to the nonphilosopher, all terminology is carefully explained when introduced. Plantinga the free will defence in mitchell 1971 week 9 12 no essays 1st day of ht monday 12th january15, two essays due. His reason is that the prevalent btheoretic account of. Any discussion of atheism, then, is necessarily a discussion of theism. The book brings together readings on many topics from over 40 of the worlds leading philosophers of religion. Having now finished it, im in a better position to comment on it as a whole. These are just some of the questions that robin le poidevin considers in this very short introduction, as he sets the philosophical case for agnosticism and explores it as a historical and cultural phenomenon. An introduction to the philosophy of religion, robin le poidevin. Nov 23, 2014 123221926 arguingforatheismrobinlepoidevin 1. They may have previously belonged to it, andor been raised in it, andor be close to people who belong to it, andor simply feel attracted to its practices, texts and traditions. This cited by count includes citations to the following articles in scholar. Interestingly, he applies carnaps argument to the ontological question that is perhaps least often suspected of being illegitimate or meaningless, namely the question of whether god exists. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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Robin le poidevin born 1962 is a professor of metaphysics at the university of leeds whose interests include the nature and experience of time, agnosticism, and philosophy of religion. An introduction to the philosophy of religion 1 by le poidevin, robin isbn. Agnostic atheists are atheistic because they do not hold a belief in the existence of any deity, and are agnostic because they claim that the existence of a deity is either unknowable in principle or currently unknown in fact. Arguing about religion is a collection for students of contemporary philosophy of religion and related disciplines.
Last time i mentioned ive been reading robin le poidevins arguing for atheism. Review of robin le poidevin s arguing for atheism 1997 finngeir hiorth. Critically evaluate a design argument for the existence of god reading aquinas summa theologiae iaq. A theist is one who asserts the existence of such a creator. The routledge companion to metaphysics is essential reading for students of philosophy and anyone interested in surveying the central topics and problems in metaphysics, from causation to vagueness and from plato and aristotle to the present day. An introduction to the philosophy of religion by robin le poidevin. In this paper i revisit a dispute between mikel burley and robin le poidevin about whether or not the btheory of time can give its adherents any reason to be less afraid of death. Perhaps the simplest and easiest to understand theism is the argument of the first cause. The routledge companion to metaphysics is an outstanding, comprehensive and accessible guide to the major themes, thinkers, and issues in metaphysics. Does agnosticism deserve serious consideration today. Robin le poidevin born 1962 is a professor of metaphysics at the.
As in so many atheistic books, le poidevin, a senior lecturer in philosophy. He joined the department of philosophy at leeds in 1989 having completed postgraduate studies at both oxford and cambridge, obtaining his ma from the former and his phd from the latter. I am concerned in this book, not just with religion, but with the philosophy of religion, and the argument for atheism presented here is a philosophical argument. Robin le poidevin born 1962 is a professor of metaphysics at the university of leeds whose special interests include agnosticism, philosophy of religion and metaphysics. Agnostic atheists are atheistic because they do not hold a belief in the existence of any deity, and are agnostic because they claim that the existence of a deity is either unknowable in principle or currently unknown in fact the agnostic atheist may be contrasted with the agnostic theist, who believes.
Atheism, agnosticism, and theism non religious ethics is at a very early stage. For the first time in over one hundred years, the significant writings of historys most notable christian apologists are available in one ebook. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Topics atheism collection opensource language english. An introduction to the philosophy of religion, routledge, london 1996, p. Le poidevin writes in a clear and engaging manner, without sacrifice of conceptual precision or argumentative depth.
Pdf arguing religion download full pdf book download. Dec 30, 2011 last time i mentioned ive been reading robin le poidevins arguing for atheism. Arguing for atheism ebook by robin le poidevin rakuten kobo. Arguing for atheism le poidevins arguing for atheism is the best recent introduction to the philosophy of religion. The routledge companion to metaphysics robin le poidevin. Indeed, in arguing in favor of agnosticism as a respectable position to take, this stimulating and. It is maintained that everything we see in this world has a cause, and as. Is it just the dont know position on god, or is there more to it than this. These are just some of the questions that robin le poidevin considers in this very short introduction.
He sets the philosophical case for agnosticism and explores it as a historical and cultural phenomenon. Robin le poidevin does not simply defend a denial of gods existence. Jul 17, 2015 some naturalists feel an affinity with some religions, or with a particular religion. Davies introduction to the philosophy of religion, ch. Questions about internal and external questions about god. Robin le poidevins arguing for atheism calum miller. Argues that agnosticism is not confined to the religious sphere, but something we encounter in science and ethics. Aug 11, 2015 in this paper i revisit a dispute between mikel burley and robin le poidevin about whether or not the btheory of time can give its adherents any reason to be less afraid of death. Religious studies is an international journal devoted to the problems of the philosophy of religion as they arise out of classical and contemporary discussions and from varied religious traditions. Le poidevin challenges some preconceptions and assumptions among both believers and nonatheists, and invites the reader to rethink their. He is now professor metaphysics at leeds univeristy, and the author of a number of books and articles on metaphysics and the philosophy of religion. Agnosticism emerges here as a much more sophisticated, and much more interesting, attitude than a simple failure to either commit to, or.
The complete atheist ebook collection 2015 torrent or any other torrent from ebooks category. Robin le poidevin born 1962 is a professor of metaphysics at the university of leeds whose. Pdf why this world download full pdf book download. Robin le poidevin, simons peter, mcgonigal andrew, ross p. A very short introduction by robin le poidevin available from rakuten kobo. These are just some of the questions that robin le poidevin considers in this very short introduction, as he sets the philosophical case for agnosticism and explores it as a historical and cultural. A very short introduction ebook by robin le poidevin. Pi1010 central problems in philosophy a, component 2 moral philosophy. The kantian moral hazard argument for religious fictionalism, international. Arguing for atheism introduces a wide range of topics in the philosophy of religion and metaphysics.
Challenges the conception of agnosticism, arguing that it is a respectable position to take. In his article internal and external questions about god3 as well as in parts of his book arguing for atheism,4 robin le poidevin offers a sympathetic, though ultimately critical discussion of carnaps position. Arguing for atheism is a useful introduction not only to philosophy of religion, but to metaphysics as well. Some naturalists feel an affinity with some religions, or with a particular religion.
An introduction to the philosophy of religion ebook. An introduction to the philosophy of religion robin le poidevin on. Also included are excerpts from controversial popular works by daniel dennett and richard dawkins. This raises the question of whether and to what extent a naturalist can lead the life of a religious believer. Each chapter serves the dual purpose of analyzing a specific argument, while at the same time introducing a metaphysical concept. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Review of robin le poidevins arguing for atheism 1997 finngeir hiorth. Agnostic atheism is a philosophical position that encompasses both atheism and agnosticism. Robin le poidevin took a first degree in philosophy and psychology at oxford university, and went on to postgraduate research at cambridge university. Arguing for atheism an introduction to the philosophy of religion. In arguing for atheism, robin le poidevin addresses the question of whether theism the view that there is a personal, transcendent creator of the universe solves the deepest mysteries of. For both formats the functionality available will depend on how you access the ebook via bookshelf online in your browser or via the bookshelf app on your pc or mobile. As i wrote before, this is purportedly one of the foremost challenges to theism keith parsons describing le poidevin.
Arguing for atheism, an introduction to the philosophy of religion routledge, 11 new fetter lane, london ec4p 4ee, uk and 29 west 35th street, new york, ny 1, usa, 1996, 159 pp. Plantinga the free will defence in mitchell 1971 a full list of essay titles due for submission on monday 12thjanaury15 will be available following reading week. Other books by robin le poidevin arguing for atheism. Read arguing for atheism an introduction to the philosophy of religion by robin le poidevin available from rakuten kobo.
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