Rethinking Religion: Beyond Scientism, Theism, and Philosophic Doubt
by Alan Soffin
Book, 2011, 436 pp
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An atheist drawn to religion, Soffin shows how to conceptualize a
“God” who is in and of the cosmos rather than also beyond it as theists affirm.
This allows Soffin and those who see value in the path he blazes to embrace
and value the treasures of religion even while not being theistic. Says
Soffin, “For those who sense in modern life an underlying absence of fundamental
meaning—yet fear self-deception in pursuing ‘God’—there may be no
recourse but to . . . begin the ancient journey anew.”
“From his discussion contrasting God as Creator with that of cosmic first
cause, to his highly stimulating presentation of knowledge as true incarnation,
and much more, this has been a book worth reading. . . . I feel it is at least
part of my assignment as a respondent here to voice some criticism. So, to
begin with, I am inclined to think that Soffin overly stresses the role of rationality
in human existence. . . .”
—Daniel Liechty, Associate Professor of Social Work, University of Illinois
“. . . Soffin’s text brought to mind John D. Caputo’s seminal and provocative thought. . . . Although they stare at each other from across the chasm separating analytical from continental philosophical traditions, both authors seek a move into the ‘beyond’—beyond scientific materialism, beyond superstition, beyond religion (as institutionalized strictures), and even beyond the classical God himself (gendered language intended).” —Sharon L. Baker teaches theology and religion at Messiah College
“. . . Soffin’s text brought to mind John D. Caputo’s seminal and provocative thought. . . . Although they stare at each other from across the chasm separating analytical from continental philosophical traditions, both authors seek a move into the ‘beyond’—beyond scientific materialism, beyond superstition, beyond religion (as institutionalized strictures), and even beyond the classical God himself (gendered language intended).” —Sharon L. Baker teaches theology and religion at Messiah College
Type | |
Genre | Academic Theory/Thesis |
Expression | General Writing/Recording |
Topic | Character of God, Philosophy, Atheism |
Audience | Adults |
Language | English |
Publisher | Cascadia Publishing House |
ISBN | 9781931038805 |
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