This illuminating guide places key issues and debates in the philosophy of religion in their historical contexts, highlighting the conditions that led to the development of the field.

This illuminating guide places key issues and debates in the philosophy of religion in their historical contexts, highlighting the conditions that led to the development of the field. A range of core topics is addressed, among them:

• The relationship between religion and philosophy
• The existence of God
• Religion and morality
• The problem of evil
• Death and the afterlife
• The problem of religious diversity

Rich with argument, yet never obtrusive, this engaging text not only provides an accessible overview of this vibrant field, but also invites readers to think through the issues in the philosophy of religion themselves.

An accessible and engaging introduction to the philosophy of religion.

• Written with verve and clarity by a leading philosopher and contributor to the field
• Places key issues and debates in the philosophy of religion in their historical contexts, highlighting the conditions that led to the development of the field
• Addresses the core topics, among them the the existence of God, the problem of evil, death and the afterlife, and the problem of religious diversity
• Rich with argument, yet never obtrusive
• Forms part of the Fundamentals of Philosophy series, in which renowned scholars explore the fundamental issues and core problems in the major sub-disciplines of philosophy