Talking God Philosophers on Belief [Paperback]

Approachable, civilized discussions about the existence of God&Gutting and his collaborators present a welcome respite to the vitriolic works of the New AtheistsHitchens, Dawkins et al.offering reasoned, civil, and fair explorations of timeless issues. In each case, whether theist, agnostic, or atheist, the interlocutors discuss with respect for opposing views and with humility for what questions can and cannot be fully answered. Rather than seeing the argument as a contest to be won or lost, these philosophers honor the reality that larger issues of justice and morality are at play&An exceptional introduction to the philosophical questions surrounding God and atheism.Gutting shows himself to be a generous interviewer, with exchanges that sharpen and expand the interviewees positions rather than shut down or bolster them&This book is for those new to [philosophy] who are curious about whether its tools enhance understanding.Provides a helpful introduction to anyone interested in the intersection of philosophy and religion.Through interviews with twelve distinguished philosophersincluding atheists, agnostics, and believers