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Epistemology: Becoming Intellectually Virtuous (Contours of Christian Philosophy) - Softcover

Book 2 of 5: Contours of Christian Philosophy

Wood, W. Jay

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Synopsis

How do we know what we know? What have wisdom, prudence and studiousness to do with justifying our beliefs? Jay Wood begins this introduction to epistemology by taking an extended look at the idea of knowing within the context of the intellectualvirtues. He then surveys current views of foundationalism, epistemic justification and reliabilism. Finally he examines the relationship of epistemology to religious belief, and the role of emotions and virtues in proper cognitive functioning.

Professors will find this text, with its many examples drawn from everyday student experience, especially useful in introducing students to the formal study of epistemology.

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About the Author

W. Jay Wood (1954-2025) (Ph.D., Notre Dame) was Professor of Philosophy Emeritus at Wheaton College, Wheaton, Illinois.

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