Agnosticism: Explorations in Philosophy and Religious Thought

This book explores the question of agnosticism, which is often overlooked in public debates between theists and atheists. It brings together leading contemporary philosophers from both the analytic and continental traditions to examine the various possible meanings of agnosticism and develop a New Agnosticism that challenges the mutual exclusivity of theism and religious belief. The contributors also raise methodological questions at the intersection of analytic and continental philosophy, making this a stimulating and innovative collection for philosophers, theologians, and other thoughtful readers.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 240 pages
\n Publication date: 05 November 2020
\n Publisher: Oxford University Press
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In a period characterized by significant public confrontations between theists and atheists, there has been a notable lack of attention given to the topic of agnosticism, both in public discourse and in academic literature. This is particularly surprising, considering the fact that many individuals in Western society find themselves unable to firmly align themselves with either theism or atheism. This book seeks to address this gap by bringing together a diverse group of esteemed contemporary philosophers, hailing from both the analytic and continental traditions. Through their diverse perspectives and methodological approaches, the contributors explore the multifaceted nature of agnosticism in contemporary society. Several of them propose a novel concept known as "New Agnosticism," which challenges the traditional notion of a mutually exclusive relationship between theism or religious belief and agnosticism. These scholars argue that agnosticism can encompass a range of positions, where individuals may have a nuanced understanding of theism or religious belief without necessarily subscribing to them. They also point to unexpected sources of agnosticism, such as in the realm of continental philosophy and even within theology itself. The contributors raise thought-provoking methodological questions at the intersection of analytic and continental philosophy, challenging traditional assumptions and paving the way for new avenues of exploration. These stimulating and innovative essays delve into the most recent developments in philosophy and religious thought, offering valuable insights to philosophers, theologians, and all those who seek to engage in thoughtful discourse on the complexities of belief and disbelief. Whether one identifies as a theist, atheist, or agnostic, this book provides a wealth of material that will undoubtedly inspire and provoke further thought.

\n Weight: 400g\n
Dimension: 143 x 222 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780198859123\n \n