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PHIL0232A-F12

Philosophy of Religion

Philosophy of Religion
In the first part of this course we will focus on philosophical reflections on the existence of God, the relation between religion and morality, the existence of evil, arguments for and against religious belief, and religious experience. We will read texts by Pascal, Hume, Kant, Kierkegaard, William James, and Freud. In the second part we will focus on the place of religion in society, considering what it means to live in a secular society, the relation between secularism and modernity, and the resulting modern forms of religious experience and practice. 3 hrs. lect.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92501
Subject Code:
PHIL
Course Number:
0232
Section Identifier:
A

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PHIL 0232

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Fall 2012

PHIL0232A-F12 Lecture (Spackman)