The purpose of this course is for students to study religion from a distinctly philosophical perspective. Are there any good reasons or arguments to support the existence of God? If reliable beliefs rely on good evidence and sound reasoning, can a rational person be religious or believe in God? Philosophical and scientific pursuits are open-ended. The conclusion is not set before the exploration is complete. But core religious beliefs are established. The conclusions are set. Thus, philosophy relies on reason and evidence, while religious belief often relies on faith. How can these two disciplines coexist? Special attention is given to problems such as: the relationship between faith and reason, natural and revealed theology, epistemology in religion, religious experience, and theodicy.
Four credits in philosophy or instructor's approval.