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Towards thinner theologies: Hick and Alston on religious diversity.

Authors :
Quinn, Philip L.
Source :
International Journal for Philosophy of Religion. Dec95, Vol. 38 Issue 1-3, p145. 20p.
Publication Year :
1995

Abstract

Discusses Christian exclusivism and its philosophical implications. Historical background of Christian exclusivism; Pressure exerted by Islam on European Christendom during the medieval era; Lack of confidence manifested by many Christians on exclusivism; Acknowledgment that evil is associated with Christian exclusivism; John Hick's religious pluralism; Doxastic practice approach of William P. Alston.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00207047
Volume :
38
Issue :
1-3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
International Journal for Philosophy of Religion
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9512142941
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01322954