Faith and Reason
A Comparative Study of Pascal, Bergson and James
Description:... Faith And Reason: A Comparative Study Of Pascal, Bergson And James is a book written by James Deotis Roberts that explores the relationship between faith and reason through the lenses of three influential philosophers: Blaise Pascal, Henri Bergson, and William James. The book delves into the ways in which these philosophers approached the question of how faith and reason intersect and interact, and how their perspectives can be applied to contemporary discussions about religion, spirituality, and philosophy.Roberts begins by providing an overview of each philosopher's life and work, highlighting their key contributions to the field of philosophy and their unique perspectives on the relationship between faith and reason. He then goes on to compare and contrast their views, examining the similarities and differences in their approaches and ideas. Throughout the book, Roberts draws on a range of primary texts and secondary sources, providing a thorough and nuanced analysis of each philosopher's ideas and arguments.One of the key themes that emerges from the book is the idea that faith and reason are not necessarily opposed to one another, but rather can work together in a complementary way. Roberts argues that Pascal, Bergson, and James all recognized the limitations of reason and the importance of faith in providing a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. However, they each approached this relationship in their own unique way, with Pascal emphasizing the importance of religious experience, Bergson emphasizing intuition and creativity, and James emphasizing the pragmatic value of religious belief.Overall, Faith And Reason: A Comparative Study Of Pascal, Bergson And James provides a thoughtful and engaging exploration of one of the most fundamental questions in philosophy and religion. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the intersection of faith and reason, as well as to students and scholars of philosophy, theology, and religious studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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