REL 251 - Philosophy of Religion

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University of Pikeville

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This course will survey certain basic questions related to the use of reason as it both asks and investigates fundamental issues concerning religion and spirituality The questions discussed will include: Is it possible to discern the existence of God outside of God's own direct revelation? What can be known about God when it comes to God's own nature? What is the origin and nature of "inspiration" as it applies to religious texts,doctrines, and ethical application? Is a direct, "mystical" knowledge of God possibleand/or describable? While traditional answers found in the classical western traditon will be studied, time and space will also be given to the emergence of a distinctive eastern tradition, particularly where it is based on religions other than Christianity. Prerequisites: ENG 111 or ENG 114 and ENG 112 or ENG 115.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upike.edu

Phone Number:

(606) 218-5250

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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