Philosophy of Religion Flashcards

Flashcards about the key areas in Philosophy of Religion

What is philosophy of religion?

The study of religious ideas and themes.

Why is philosophy of religion different from religious philosophy?

It addresses broader questions about religion, not just specific beliefs.

Who contrasts philosophy of religion and theology?

Philosophy looks at religious ideas objectively, theology is from a specific faith's view.

What is the difference between philosophy of religion and religious studies?

It assesses the truth of various religious views.

What did William L. Rowe say about philosophy of religion?

It's a critical look at religious beliefs.

What topics does philosophy of religion cover?

Beliefs about deities, morality, and the interaction of science and faith.

Where are examples of Western monotheisms found?

Greek, Semitic, and Hindu traditions.

What is natural theology?

It's about finding proofs for God's existence.

What is evidentialism?

A belief is justified if there is enough evidence.

Who are non-evidentialist philosophers?

People like fideists and reformed epistemologists.

What is a properly basic belief?

A belief held without evidence, like personal memories.

What is the affective model of faith?

It's faith felt as trust or a feeling.

What does the Conflict Thesis state about science and religion?

They are often in conflict.

What did William James say about personal religious experiences?

They hold authority for the person experiencing them.

Who was Friedrich Schleiermacher?

He emphasized feeling a deep dependence in religious experience.

What does exclusivism claim?

Only one religion is truly correct.

What does inclusivism state?

One's tradition holds the complete truth, but others reflect parts of it.

What is religious pluralism?

All religions are valid paths to understanding the divine.

What is theological noncognitivism?

Religious talk can't be proven and is thus meaningless.

What is contemplative philosophy?

A thought approach influenced by Wittgenstein.