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The cognitive science of religion is a new discipline that looks at
the roots of religious belief in the cognitive architecture of the
human mind. The Roots of Religion deals with the philosophical and
theological implications of the cognitive science of religion which
grounds religious belief in human cognitive structures: religious
belief is 'natural', in a way that even scientific thought is not.
Does this new discipline support religious belief, undermine it, or
is it, despite many claims, perhaps eventually neutral? This
subject is of immense importance, particularly given the rise of
the 'new atheism'. Philosophers and theologians from North America,
UK and Australia, explore the alleged conflict between truth claims
and examine the roots of religion in human nature. Is it less
'natural' to be an atheist than to believe in God, or gods? On the
other hand, if we can explain theism psychologically, have we
explained it away. Can it still claim any truth? This book debates
these and related issues.
Many people assume that science `disproves' the idea of God, and
that we no longer need faith in order to understand the world or
why we are in it. Roger Trigg examines these assumptions and
considers whether recent developments in science may in fact
support religious faith. He goes on to consider the increasing
scientific evidence for the inherent orderliness and
comprehensibility of the universe, which leads him to ask an even
more radical question: Might there be aspects of religious belief
that can help to support our science?
The cognitive science of religion is a new discipline that looks at
the roots of religious belief in the cognitive architecture of the
human mind. The Roots of Religion deals with the philosophical and
theological implications of the cognitive science of religion which
grounds religious belief in human cognitive structures: religious
belief is 'natural', in a way that even scientific thought is not.
Does this new discipline support religious belief, undermine it, or
is it, despite many claims, perhaps eventually neutral? This
subject is of immense importance, particularly given the rise of
the 'new atheism'. Philosophers and theologians from North America,
UK and Australia, explore the alleged conflict between truth claims
and examine the roots of religion in human nature. Is it less
'natural' to be an atheist than to believe in God, or gods? On the
other hand, if we can explain theism psychologically, have we
explained it away. Can it still claim any truth? This book debates
these and related issues.
If there is one God, why are there so many religions? Might all be
false? Some revert to a relativism that allows different 'truth's'
for different people, but this is incoherent. This Element argues
that monotheism has provided the basis for a belief in objective
truth. Human understanding is fallible and partial, but without the
idea of one God, there is no foundation for a belief in one reality
or a common human nature. The shadow of monotheism lies over our
understanding of science, and of morality.
Should we merely celebrate diversity in the sphere of religion?
What of the social cohesion of a country? There is a constant tug
between belief in religious truth and the need for respect for
other religions. Religious Diversity: Philosophical and Political
Dimensions examines how far a firm faith can allow for toleration
of difference and respect the need for religious freedom. It
elucidates the philosophical credentials of different approaches to
truth in religion, ranging from a dogmatic fundamentalism to a
pluralism that shades into relativism. Must we resort to a
secularism that treats all religion as a personal and private
matter, with nothing to contribute to discussions about the common
good? How should law approach the issue of religious freedom?
Introducing the relevance of central discussions in modern
philosophy of religion, the book goes on to examine the political
implications of increasing religious diversity in a democracy.
Can we justify our most basic beliefs about morality, religion and
the nature of the world? Can there be a rational and objective way
of choosing between alternative societies, modes of life or
world-views? Dr Trigg shows how philosophical analysis is relevant
to these questions and criticizes the tendency to emphasize notions
of commitment and convention at the expense of truth and reason. He
draws parallels between issues that are often too isolated from
each other and identifies a cluster of related ideas, all of which
stress the notion of self-contained conceptual systems that define
their own standards of rationality. First published in 1973, this
book will interest professional philosophers as a vigorous and
distinctive exposition of several fundamental philosophical
problems and more especially it can be used as an introduction for
students to a wide range of philosophical problems.
Is religious freedom being curtailed in pursuit of equality, and
the outlawing of discrimination? Is enough effort made to
accommodate those motivated by a religious conscience? All rights
matter but at times the right to put religious beliefs into
practice increasingly takes second place in the law of different
countries to the pursuit of other social priorities. The right to
freedom of belief and to manifest belief is written into all human
rights charters. In the United States religious freedom is
sometimes seen as 'the first freedom'. Yet increasingly in many
jurisdictions in Europe and North America, religious freedom can
all too easily be 'trumped' by other rights. Roger Trigg looks at
the assumptions that lie behind the subordination of religious
liberty to other social concerns, especially the pursuit of
equality. He gives examples from different Western countries of a
steady erosion of freedom of religion. The protection of freedom of
worship is often seen as sufficient, and religious practices are
separated from the beliefs which inspire them. So far from religion
in general, and Christianity in particular, providing a foundation
for our beliefs in human dignity and human rights, religion is all
too often seen as threat and a source of conflict, to be controlled
at all costs. The challenge is whether any freedom can preserved
for long, if the basic human right to freedom of religious belief
and practice is dismissed as of little account, with no attempt to
provide any reasonable accommodation. Given the central role of
religion in human life, unnecessary limitations on its expression
are attacks on human freedom itself.
How far can religion play a part in the public sphere, or should it
be only a private matter? Roger Trigg examines this question in the
context of today's pluralist societies, where many different
beliefs clamor for attention. Should we celebrate diversity, or are
matters of truth at stake? In particular, can we maintain our love
of freedom, while cutting it off from religious roots? In societies
in which there are many conflicting beliefs, the place of religion
is a growing political issue. Should all religions be equally
welcomed in the public square? Favoring one religion over others
may appear to be a failure to treat all citizens equally, yet for
citizens in many countries Christian heritage is woven into their
way of life. Whether it is the issue of same-sex marriages, the
right of French schoolgirls to wear Islamic headscarves, or just
the public display of Christmas trees, all societies have to work
out a consistent approach to the public influence of religion.
This book is part of The Men Who Made series, which presents some
of the most well-known and important players in various sporting
clubs and teams. Founding team members and post-war players are
profiled alongside some of each team's modern legends.
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