The Right To Believe

Author : Dariusz Lukasiewicz
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2013-05-02
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9783110320169

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The Right to Believe by Dariusz Lukasiewicz Pdf

In the twentieth century, many contemporary epistemologists in the analytic tradition have entered into debate regarding the right to belief with new tools: Richard Swinburne, Anthony Kenny, Alvin Plantinga, Nicholas Wolterstorff, Peter van Inwagen (who contributes a piece in this volume) defending or contesting the requirement of evidence for any justified belief. The best things we can do, it seems, is to examine more attentively the true notion of “right to believe”, especially about religious matters. This is exactly what authors of the papers in this book do.

Author : Luke Goodrich
Publisher : Multnomah
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780525652908

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Free to Believe by Luke Goodrich Pdf

A leading religious freedom attorney, the veteran of several Supreme Court battles, helps people of faith understand religious liberty in our rapidly changing culture—why it matters, how it is threatened, and how to respond with confidence and grace. WINNER OF THE CHRISTIAN BOOK AWARD® • THE GOSPEL COALITION'S BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR, PUBLIC THEOLOGY & CURRENT EVENTS • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY WORLD MAGAZINE Many Americans feel like their religious freedom is under attack. They see the culture changing around them, and they fear that their beliefs will soon be punished as a form of bigotry. Others think these fears are overblown and say Christians should stop complaining about imaginary persecution. In Free to Believe leading religious freedom attorney Luke Goodrich challenges both sides of this debate, offering a fresh perspective on the most controversial religious freedom conflicts today. With penetrating insights on gay rights, abortion rights, Islam, and the public square, Goodrich argues that threats to religious freedom are real—but they might not be quite what you think. As a lawyer at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, Goodrich has won several historic Supreme Court victories for clients such as the Little Sisters of the Poor and Hobby Lobby. Combining frontline experience with faithful attention to Scripture, Goodrich shows why religious freedom matters, how it is threatened, and how to protect it. The result is a groundbreaking book full of clear insight, practical wisdom, and refreshing hope for all people of faith.

Author : Silvio Ferrari,Mark Hill QC,Arif A Jamal,Rossella Bottoni
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 467 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-29
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781351401951

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Routledge Handbook of Freedom of Religion or Belief by Silvio Ferrari,Mark Hill QC,Arif A Jamal,Rossella Bottoni Pdf

Freedom of religion is an issue of universal interest and scope. However, in the last two centuries at least, the philosophical, religious and legal terms of the question have been largely defined in the West. In an increasingly global world, widening our knowledge of this right’s roots in different cultural and legal systems becomes a priority. This Handbook seeks to attain this goal through a better understanding of the historical roots and expressions of the right to freedom of religion on the one hand and, on the other, of its theological background in different religious traditions. History and theology provide the setting for the analysis of the politics of freedom of religion, that is, how this right is used in the context of the dialogue/confrontation between countries placed in different cultural regions of the world, and of the legal strategies and tools that have been developed and are employed to protect and foster the right to freedom of religion. Behind these legal and political strategies, there is an ongoing debate about the nature of this right, whose main features are explored in the final section. Global, historical and interdisciplinary in approach, this book studies the new relevance of freedom of religion worldwide and develops suitable categories to analyze and understand the role that freedom of religion can play in managing religious and cultural diversity in our societies. Authored by experts, through the contributions collected in these chapters, scholars and students will be able to broaden and deepen their knowledge of the right to freedom of religion and to develop the ability to go beyond the borders of the different cultural environments in which this right took shape and developed.

Author : Osho
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-24
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781429951265

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Belief, Doubt, and Fanaticism by Osho Pdf

One of the greatest spiritual teachers of the twentieth century addresses the conflicts that arise between people with opposing views and the dangers of losing your individual identity in your desire to belong to a group with shared values. In Belief, Doubt, and Fanaticism: Is It Essential to Have Something to Believe In?, Osho brings his unique and often surprising perspective to the religious, political, social and economic forces that drive people into opposing camps, fanatical groups, and belief systems that depend on seeing every “other” as the “enemy.” As always, the focus is first and foremost on the individual psyche and consciousness, to identify the root causes and hidden demons of our human need to belong and have something to “believe in.” Osho challenges readers to examine and break free of the conditioned belief systems and prejudices that limit their capacity to enjoy life in all its richness. He has been described by the Sunday Times of London as one of the “1000 Makers of the 20th Century” and by Sunday Mid-Day (India) as one of the ten people—along with Gandhi, Nehru, and Buddha—who have changed the destiny of India. Since his death in 1990, the influence of his teachings continues to expand, reaching seekers of all ages in virtually every country of the world.

Author : William Kingdon Clifford
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : EAN:4064066450397

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The Ethics of Belief by William Kingdon Clifford Pdf

This book combines the two essays which comprise the famous philosophical exchange between the mathematician William Kingdon Clifford and William James, a psychologist and philosopher. Famous for articulating their arguments and discussing morality surrounding belief, these two papers are united in a single edition.

Author : Bill Parker
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781329823662

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What is a Christian? by Bill Parker Pdf

Author : Thomas Freiling
Publisher : Vide Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0578703572

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The Right to Believe by Thomas Freiling Pdf

This compelling book offers thoughtful views on how and why America's religious liberties are under attack today, and what actions can be taken to protect this important freedom. You'll better understand the rich history of religious liberty in America and the reasons why it's come a lightning-rod issue that's being debated everywhere from the the media to the halls of Congress. The contributors of this book believe that religious organizations, churches, pastors, and ministries are subject to increasing attacks by anti-religious forces, and that the First Amendment preserves diversity, where people of different faiths, values, and beliefs can live peacefully together without fear or retribution from the government. They come from a wide variety of backgrounds, both personally and professionally, and each offers a valuable viewpoint based on their collective experiences. They all write for The Christian Post including David Closson, Rachel Alexander, Nolan Harkness, Robin Schumacher, Will Vining, Wallace Henley, Karen Farris, Charis Brown, Marcus Tatum, Justin Steckbauer, Ron Hale, Nicole Hayes, Prashanth Daniel, John Tuttle, Sean Coons, Greg Garner, Greg Sukert, and Mark Conn.

Author : Eleanor Harris Rowland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1909
Category : Apologetics
ISBN : UCAL:$B285132

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The Right to Believe by Eleanor Harris Rowland Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1876
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0022054851

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The Ethics of Belief. [By William K. Clifford. A Paper Read Before the Metaphysical Society.] by Anonim Pdf

Author : Kevin Vallier,Michael E. Weber
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780190666187

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Religious Exemptions by Kevin Vallier,Michael E. Weber Pdf

Religious exemptions have a long history in American law, but have become especially controversial over the last several years. The essays in this volume address the moral and philosophical issues that the legal practice of religious exemptions often raises.

Author : Dr Cristiana Cianitto,Ms Donlu Thayer,Professor Silvio Ferrari,Professor W Cole Durham Jr.
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Page : 565 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-28
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781472416155

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Law, Religion, Constitution by Dr Cristiana Cianitto,Ms Donlu Thayer,Professor Silvio Ferrari,Professor W Cole Durham Jr. Pdf

What is the place assigned to religion in the constitutions of contemporary States? What role is religion expected to perform in the fields that are the object of constitutional regulation? Is separation of religion and politics a necessary precondition for democracy and the rule of law? These questions are addressed in this book through an analysis of the constitutional texts that are in force in different parts of the world. Constitutions are at the centre of almost all contemporary legal systems and provide the principles and values that inspire the action of the national law-makers. After a discussion of some topics that are central to the constitutional regulation of religion, the book considers a number of national systems covering countries with a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. The final section of the book is devoted to the discussion of the constitutional regulation of some particularly controversial issues, such as religious education, the relation between freedom of speech and freedom of religion, abortion, and freedom of conscience.

Author : Freemasons. Grand Lodge of Iowa
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 870 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1898
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PRNC:32101079810188

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Annals of the Grand Lodge of Iowa by Freemasons. Grand Lodge of Iowa Pdf

Author : Ettie Stettheimer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1907
Category : Faith
ISBN : UCBK:C029507754

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The Will to Believe as a Basis for the Defense of Religious Faith by Ettie Stettheimer Pdf

Author : Mary Eberstadt
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-21
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780062454034

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It's Dangerous to Believe by Mary Eberstadt Pdf

Mary Eberstadt, “one of the most acute and creative social observers of our time,” (Francis Fukuyama) shines a much-needed spotlight on a disturbing trend in American society: discrimination against traditional religious belief and believers, who are being aggressively pushed out of public life by the concerted efforts of militant secularists. In It’s Dangerous to Believe, Mary Eberstadt documents how people of faith—especially Christians who adhere to traditional religious beliefs—face widespread discrimination in today’s increasingly secular society. Eberstadt details how recent laws, court decisions, and intimidation on campuses and elsewhere threaten believers who fear losing their jobs, their communities, and their basic freedoms solely because of their convictions. They fear that their religious universities and colleges will capitulate to aggressive secularist demands. They fear that they and their families will be ostracized or will have to lose their religion because of mounting social and financial penalties for believing. They fear they won’t be able to maintain charitable operations that help the sick and feed the hungry. Is this what we want for our country? Religious freedom is a fundamental right, enshrined in the First Amendment. With It’s Dangerous to Believe Eberstadt calls attention to this growing bigotry and seeks to open the minds of secular liberals whose otherwise good intentions are transforming them into modern inquisitors. Not until these progressives live up to their own standards of tolerance and diversity, she reminds us, can we build the inclusive society America was meant to be.

Author : Marquez Comelab
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781445273426

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The Tyranny of God by Marquez Comelab Pdf

This book explores the truth behind our beliefs in God and the propensity of human beings to be religious. In an honest attempt to seek the answers to life's deepest questions, the author probes into how life began. It then progresses to investigate the nature of religions and writes that, because we refuse to accept our mortality, we delude ourselves and we coerce others, with the tyranny of our own beliefs.