Theology and metaphysics.
Series: The Library of philosophy and theology
Publisher: S.C.M. Press
Published: 1970
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 156
Subjects: Christianity -- Philosophy; Natural theology; Theism
Description: The 'problem' of natural theology is examined in the contexts both of Continental Europe and Anglo-Saxon circles. The 'nature' of natural theology is redefined in terms of the construction of a metaphysical map of the experienced world, and the main areas of experience significant for the natural theologian are delineated and analyzed. An attempt is made to demonstrate the logic involved in moving from such a map of the existence and activity of a transcendent personal ground of the world. Thus during its course, a doctrine is sketched of the human self as an analogue for theistic thinking and discourse. Throughout the argument, the author tries to anticipate and meet the objections of both philosophical sceptics and Christian fideists. [Book jacket].
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.