Naturalism, Theism and the Cognitive Study of Religion: Religion Explained?

by Aku Visala

Book Overview

This book provides a critical philosophical analysis of the claim that contemporary cognitive approaches to religion undermine theistic beliefs. The book argues that such naturalism is not necessary for the cognitive study of religion and develops an alternative philosophical and methodological framework. This unique contribution to discussions regarding the philosophical and theological implications of the cognitive study of religion summarizes the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138268585
• ISBN13: 9781138268586
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"