Faith, Reason and Common Sense : An Exploration of the Historical and Contemporary Role of Religion in Human Affairs

Paul M Roddick

ISBN 10: 1449073336 / ISBN 13: 9781449073336

Published by Author Solutions Inc Mai 2010, 2010

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Neuware - Have you ever wondered where religion is concerned, what you really believe In FAITH, REASON & COMMON SENSE the interdependence of religion and culture is examined with care and insight. Readers with strong religious convictions may be surprised to discover that the history of religion - every religion - is both a chronicle of heresy and a reconfiguration of belief.In his examination of the relationship between Faith and Reason, the author rejects the familiar premise that a life guided by one must exclude the other. Although he stresses the importance of examining `the faith of our fathers' he is respectful of those who, in a world dominated by science, find guidance and reassurance in their religion.Far ranging and insightful, drawing on a wealth of sources and opinions, there is something for everyone in this challenging and though-provoking study.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Faith, Reason and Common Sense : An Exploration of the Historical and Contemporary Role of Religion in Human Affairs
• Publisher: Author Solutions Inc Mai 2010
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1449073336
• ISBN 13: 9781449073336
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 235W x 157H x 24D millimeters 235 millimeters width by 157 millimeters height by 24 millimeters depth
• Weight: 712 grams

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Have you ever wondered where religion is concerned, what you really believe? In FAITH, REASON & COMMON SENSE the interdependence of religion and culture is examined with care and insight. Readers with strong religious convictions may be surprised to discover that the history of religion - every religion - is both a chronicle of heresy and a reconfiguration of belief. In his examination of the relationship between Faith and Reason, the author rejects the familiar premise that a life guided by one must exclude the other. Although he stresses the importance of examining `the faith of our fathers' he is respectful of those who, in a world dominated by science, find guidance and reassurance in their religion. Far ranging and insightful, drawing on a wealth of sources and opinions, there is something for everyone in this challenging and though-provoking study.