Contours of Christian Philosophy Series (5 vols.)
Overview
The Contours of Christian Philosophy series consists of short introductory-level textbooks in the various fields of philosophy. These books introduce readers to major problems and alternative ways of dealing with those problems. These books, however, differ from most in that they evaluate alternative viewpoints not only with regard to their general strength, but also with regard to their value in the construction of a Christian world and life view. Thus, the books explore the implications of the various views for Christian theology as well as the implications that Christian convictions might have for the philosophical issues discussed. It is crucial that Christians attain a greater degree of philosophical awareness in order to improve the quality of general scholarship and evangelical theology.
Although the books are intended as examples of Christian scholarship, it is hoped that they will be of value to others as well; these issues should concern all thoughtful persons. The assumption which underlies this hope is that complete neutrality in philosophy is neither possible nor desirable. Philosophical work always reflects a person’s deepest commitments. Such commitments, however, do not preclude a genuine striving for critical honesty.
- Examines the interaction of biblical morality and philosophical ethics
- Explores the distinction between theology and philosophy of religion
- Provides Christians with an initial understanding of what natural science is, what it can do, how and why it works, and what it cannot do
- Title: IVP Contours of Christian Philosophy Series (5 vols.)
- Editor: C. Stephen Evans
- Series: Contours of Christian Philosophy
- Publisher: IVP
- Volumes: 5
- Pages: 933
- Resource Type: Introductions
- Topic: Philosophy
Partially includedC. Stephen Evans (PhD, Yale) is University Professor of Philosophy and the Humanities at Baylor University. He previously taught in the philosophy departments at Calvin College, St. Olaf College, and Wheaton College. He has published several books, including Kierkegaard: An Introduction, Natural Signs and Knowledge of God: A New Look at Theistic Arguments, God and Moral Obligation, Why Christian Faith Still Makes Sense, and Philosophy of Religion.