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Religion and Hume's legacy

by D. Z. Phillips, Timothy Tessin

CongressesPhilosophyContributions in philosophy of religionGodsdienstfilosofieReligionReligion, philosophyHume, david, 1711-1776Philosophy of religion

Whether one agrees with him or not, there is no avoiding the challenge of Hume for contemporary philosophy of religion. The symposia in this stimulating collection reveal why, whether the discussions concern Hume on metaphysics and religion, "true religion," religion and ethics, religion and superstition, or miracles. For some, Hume's criticisms of religion cannot withstand them, while others claim that Hume can be answered on his own terms. All responses to Hume determine the style and spirit in which one pursues philosophy of religion today.

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