Belief In God: Its Origin, Nature And Basis

By Jacob Gould Schurman

Book Overview

Belief in God: Its Origin, Nature and Basis is a philosophical exploration of the concept of God and the origins of belief in God. Written by the American philosopher Jacob Gould Schurman, the book delves into the nature of religious belief and the arguments for and against the existence of God.Schurman begins by examining the historical and cultural origins of belief in God, tracing its development from ancient civilizations to modern times. He explores the various philosophical and theological arguments for the existence of God, including the ontological, cosmological, and teleological arguments.The book also delves into the nature of religious experience and the role that faith and reason play in shaping our beliefs about God. Schurman examines the limitations of human knowledge and the challenges posed by skepticism and atheism.Throughout the book, Schurman offers a nuanced and thoughtful exploration of the concept of God, drawing on a wide range of philosophical and theological sources. He argues that belief in God is a deeply human impulse that reflects our search for meaning and purpose in life, and that it is ultimately grounded in our experience of the world around us.Belief in God: Its Origin, Nature and Basis is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most fundamental questions of human existence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163273260
• ISBN13: 9781163273265
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"