SP18 PHIL330

PHIL330: Philosophy of Religion
Professor: Larry Nolan

Philosophy of Religion studies the concepts, methods, and practices of religion with the aim of clarifying and, in some cases, critiquing them. Topics for this course will likely include the following:

(1) Arguments for (and against) the existence of God
(2) The problem of evil
(3) The relation between the divine attributes (are they consistent?)
(4) How to understand particular divine attributes such as eternity and simplicity
(5) How to talk meaningfully about God given his incomprehensibility
(6) Does divine foreknowledge preclude human freedom?

Course requirements will consist of two take-home essays and a final exam. There will also be an option for extra credit. Regular participation in class will be strongly encouraged.