This book explains the engagement between biology and religion on issues related to origins, evolution, evil, purpose, love, humanity, morality, ecology, and the nature of religion itself. It will serve as the perfect introduction for upper-level undergraduates, graduate students, scholars, and interested general readers.
Suffering and evil in the world provide the basis for the most difficult challenge to monotheistic belief. This Element discusses how the three great monotheisms - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam - respond to the problem of suffering and evil.
Lewis's personal journey was a philosophical quest for an adequate worldview, yet existing literature on his Christian philosophy often focuses on specific topics rather than his overall perspective. In this work, Michael Peterson constructs a comprehensive framework for understanding Lewis's Christian worldview, covering his arguments related to reason, morality, and desire, as well as his concepts of Incarnation, Trinity, and Atonement. All worldviews tackle fundamental questions about reality, knowledge, human nature, and meaning. Peterson explores Lewis's Christian responses to these inquiries, engaging with various other worldviews. He emphasizes that the intellectual strength and existential relevance of Lewis's writings stem from his philosophical insight and his Christian orthodoxy, which he termed "mere Christianity." Peterson adeptly illustrates how Lewis's thought addresses significant issues faced by both believers and nonbelievers, including the problem of evil and suffering, religious diversity, meaning, prayer and providence, the relationship between science and religion, and the nature of humanity. Just as Lewis effectively communicated complex philosophical ideas in an accessible manner, Peterson presents a major contribution to Lewis scholarship that appeals to both scholars and general readers alike.
Take Minnesota’s scenic beauty home with you! In this collection of nearly 200 images, Minnesota native Michael Peterson captures the state’s most memorable landmarks and familiar scenes. The photographic journey is organized by regions, such as Duluth and Lake Superior’s North Shore, Metro Area, and Southeastern Minnesota and Bluff Country. Each section includes fascinating factoids, providing more information about the scenic shots. Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, you’ll appreciate this pictorial collection of Minnesota’s most stunning landmarks!
In the months before the Tet Offensive, seasoned diplomat Bradley Marshall travels to Vietnam to bring back critical information that will empower the United States president and end the conflict. Reissue.
The Half-Lives of Responsibility
Focusing on the ethical implications of environmental responsibility, this work critiques the conventional view of intergenerational relationships through the lens of nuclear waste disposal. It surveys existing perspectives on intergenerational responsibility and introduces Jacques Derrida's contributions to future-oriented ethics, emphasizing communication, inheritance, and political responsibilities. The author advocates for an environmental policy that transcends the idea of perpetual presentism, urging a reevaluation of how we engage with future generations in environmental decision-making.
