Philosophy of religion
Edward Khamara
8 points
* 3 hours per week
* First semester Clayton
*
Prerequisite: A first-year sequence in philosophy, preferably with `God,
freedom and evil' as a component
Objectives On successfully completing the subject students should have a good understanding of some central issues in the philosophical discussion of religious belief.
Synopsis The subject will concentrate on two main areas in the philosophy of religion. (1) Topics relating to the problem of evil and the free-will defence. Is it possible for God to see to it that no free agent commits moral evil? (2) Problems concerning the traditional attributes of God. Is the notion of omniscience a coherent one? How is God's omniscience related to human freedom?
Assessment Two essays (2500 words each): 40% each
* Examination (1
hour): 20%
* Optional replacement of one essay by a 3-hour examination
Prescribed texts
A collection of readings available from the department
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