PHIL 1102 Philosophy of Religion

Description

Philosophy of Religion concerns topics relative to religion and God, including arguments for the existence of God, religious experience, faith and reason, the problem of evil, and immortality.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

STSK 0095 or placement by multiple measures

Corequisite

None

Topics to be Covered

1.Arguments for and against:

The existence of God

The problem of evil

Religious experience

The attributes of God

Faith and Reason

Death and Immortality

Religious language

Learning Outcomes

1. List three arguments for and against the existence of God

2. Understand the problem of evil

3. Define the attributes of God

4. Explore the relationship of faith to reason

5. Examine the subject of miracles and revelation

6. Comprehend the issues involved surrounding death and immorality

Credit Details

Lecture: 2

Lab: 0

OJT: 0

MnTC Goal Area(s): None