J.P. Moreland is a distinguished professor of philosophy whose work deeply explores the intersection of faith and reason. His intellectual pursuits are dedicated to examining core questions such as the nature of reality, the existence of God, and the relationship between science and religion. Moreland's approach is characterized by rigorous philosophical inquiry and a commitment to articulating complex ideas in accessible ways for a broad audience. His extensive publications and academic contributions establish him as a significant voice in contemporary philosophy of religion and apologetics.
The rise of science has called into question the existence of the soul, and even many Christian intellectuals view the soul as an outdated and unbiblical concept. J. P. Moreland and Scott B. Rae present a vigorous philosophical and ethical defense of human nature as body and soul, examining Christian dualism as it impinges on critical ethical concerns.
Engaging with critical questions that resonate across disciplines, this series offers original volumes that appeal to philosophers, theologians, biologists, and economists alike. Each book delves into pressing concerns, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and exploration of contemporary issues.
A singularly powerful and rigorous argument in favor of modern substance dualism In The Substance of A Comprehensive Defense of Contemporary Substance Dualism , two distinguished philosophers deliver a unique and powerful defense of contemporary substance dualism, which makes the claim that the human person is an embodied fundamental, immaterial, and unifying substance. Multidisciplinary in scope, the book explores areas of philosophy, cognitive science, neuroscience, and the sociology of mind-body beliefs. The authors present the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and rigorous non-edited work on substance dualism in the field, as well as a detailed history of how property and substance dualism have been presented and evaluated over the last 150 years. Alongside developing new and updated positive arguments for substance dualism, they also discuss key metaphysical notions and distinctions that inform the examination of substance dualism and its alternatives. Readers will also Perfect for professional philosophers, The Substance of Consciousness will also earn a place in the libraries of consciousness researchers, philosophical theologians, and religious studies scholars.