Summary:
Teach Yourself Philosophy of Religion New Edition is the essential guide for anyone wanting to investigate religion in the context of philosophy. It explores the key principles upon which religion is based and considers how religion relates to our understanding of life. It answers questions such as:
how do religious beliefs relate to morality? Should religions be judged according to the behaviour of their followers? Is it necessary to be committed to a religion or are religious questions and experiences open to all?

This new edition has been fully updated so that it addresses current issues and questions. Topics discussed include: religion in education and in politics, the evolution debate, terrorism carried out in the name of religion, religion and psychology and religion in a largely secular society.

• Suitable for those taking A-Level Religious Studies.
• Fully updated to appeal to all those interested in religion and how it relates to everyday life.
• Addresses current issues such as the evolution debate, multi-cultural society and terrorism in the name of religion.
• Includes debates on issues that constantly gain media attention such as religion and secular society, self-help and development, religion and postmodernism as well as religion in a multi-faith society.

Table of Contents:
Religious experience
Religious language
God: the concepts
God: the arguments
The self
Causes, providence and miracles
Suffering and evil
Religion and science
Religion and ethics
Further reading

About the Author(s):
Mel Thompson is a freelance writer and editor, specialising in philosophy, religion and ethics. He is the author of the following titles in the Teach Yourself series: Philosophy, Ethics, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Mind, Eastern Philosophy.

Readership:
those interested in religion and philosophy; A-level and undergraduate students