Middlebury

FYSE1133A-F09

Faith and Reason

Faith and Reason
In this seminar we will explore perennial and contemporary questions in the philosophy of religion: Is there a God? Are objective proofs of God possible, or is religious belief founded on subjective feelings? What is faith? The modern period has been a time of unprecedented crisis for religion, and we will focus in particular on these challenges and responses to them. Is religion, as Freud thought, just wish-fulfillment? Is religious belief compatible with science? Can any religion claim to be the true religion in a pluralistic world? Authors read will include St. Augustine, St. Anselm, Kant, Kierkegaard, James, Freud, and contemporary philosophers. 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92728
Subject Code:
FYSE
Course Number:
1133
Section Identifier:
A

Course

FYSE 1133

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Fall 2009

FYSE1133A-F09 Seminar (Spackman)