Why philosophy matters for the study of religion - and vice versa / Thomas A. Lewis.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lewis, Thomas A., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Religion--Philosophy.

Religion.

Philosophy and religion.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Oxford University Press, 2015.

Summary:

This work argues for the need to close the gap between the fields of the philosophy of religion and religious studies. It maps the contemporary landscape of philosophy of religion in relation to religious studies and identifies hopeful signs of change.

Contents:

Introduction: Mind the Gap: Or, Philosophy of Religioin and Religious Studies

Landscapes, Lacunae, and Prospects

On the Role of Normativity in Religious Studies

History in the Future of the Philosophy of Religion

Beyond Comparative Religious Ethics

Against Religious Literacy

Conclusion: Hegel or Nietzsche?

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

0-19-180599-8

OCLC:

1336402665