PHIL 312 Philosophy of Religion
This course is a study of classical and contemporary Western texts dealing with the existence and nature of God, the problem of evil, the existence of miracles, and the relationship between reason and revelation. Religion, as institution and creed, has been instrumental in advancing civilizational models through its positive influence on education, cultural cohesion, and social identity. At the same time, religion has posed unique challenges to various progressive tendencies in science, politics, and the arts. After more than two thousand years of mutual interest, philosophy is uniquely positioned to examine religion in each of its dimensions and suggest ways to adapt our understanding of those dimensions (or: "itâ€) to the contemporary world. Seminar. Prerequisites: LSCI 105, Information Theory and Practice, or LSCI 106, Information Sources in Architecture and Interior Design, or LSCI 205, Information in the Disciplines WRIT 313, Advanced Academic Writing; MDST 120, Public Speaking