Philosophy of Religion 101: Audio Course & Free Study Guide

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Through philosophy and religion, humanity seeks answers to its greatest questions. Now, you are invited to explore the intersection of these soul-searching fields with a leading expert. In the second century, the theologian Tertullian asked, “What has Athens to do with Jerusalem?” As you will see, the history and methods of philosophy are deeply intertwined with those of religion. Learning about the philosophy of religion will help you understand your own Christian faith as never before. In these insightful lectures, you will Fr. Joseph J. Godfrey in exploring ideas that have captured the imaginations of scholars and everyday believers alike. Along the way, you’ll explore the insights of Thomistic, continental, and analytic philosophy. With fresh understanding, you’ll explore familiar topics like the idea of God as Creator, arguments for God’s existence, the concept of evil, and miracles. You will consider knowing, believing, opining, and having faith in relation to reason. In particular, you will focus on Catholic concerns, such as faith and reason, as well as characteristic ways of speaking about God. Last, you will examine Catholic thought about religion in relation to atheism and postmodernism. As French philosopher Maurice Blondel said, “Authentic philosophy is the holiness of reason.” These lectures seek to reaffirm your faith by leading you to understand the reason behind religion. Enjoy this vital course today. This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a PDF study guide. Duration - 13h 2m. Author - Joseph J. Godfrey. Narrator - Not Yet Available. Published Date - Wednesday, 24 January 2024.

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English