"The purpose of this book is to outline the principal difficulties that the 'hiddenness' of God poses, and to offer solutions to the question of why God does not incontrovertibly and indubitably reveal His existence to everyone." This concise book introduces the reader to the current debate about the issue of divine hiddenness. The author critically assesses the views of many leading philosophers, and proceeds to offer his own solutions and insights. This is a book that will be of interest not only to the academic, but also to anyone who has ever wondered why God does not simply make his...
"The purpose of this book is to outline the principal difficulties that the 'hiddenness' of God poses, and to offer solutions to the question of why G...
This book is an investigation into the compatibility of perfect divine foreknowledge and morally responsible agency. Corrigan surveys the recent literature on the subject, clearly outlining the positions of the most influential philosophers and theologians, attempting to find the most comprehensive and defensible thesis. He places particular emphasis on the various accounts offered by theological fatalists, Ockhamists and Molinists. In the course of his investigation, he also considers what capacities are essential for moral responsibility, the apparent conflict between God's essential...
This book is an investigation into the compatibility of perfect divine foreknowledge and morally responsible agency. Corrigan surveys the recent liter...
This book may be read continuously from start to finish and will, in itself, provide the reader with a comprehensive guide to the study of ethics. However, it can also be read as individual chapters that stand in isolation from the remainder of the book. In this way, it is possible to 'pick and choose' those areas that are pertinent to one's particular needs at the time of reading. Undergraduates can therefore use it as a resource to support their lectures, assist essay writing and term papers and point them towards further reading materials. Written by experts, it covers the following areas:...
This book may be read continuously from start to finish and will, in itself, provide the reader with a comprehensive guide to the study of ethics. How...