Philosopher and theologian Keith Ward is one of the most prolific scholars alive. For over forty years Ward has been a respected voice in many ongoing theological and philosophical discussions. Ward has the rare ability to seamlessly articulate careful thinking and creative insights on issues such as the nature of God, faith and science, and the value of religion in contemporary society. The mixture of intellect, imagination, passion and wit make Wards writings a must read for all those interested in philosophy or theology, whether a professional or a layman. This reader offers a distillation of Ward s most incisive pieces collected together for the first time. It will be an invaluable resource for students of philosophy of religion, apologetics, contemporary theology, religion and science and philosophy of science, for any general reader interested in comparative theology and the interplay between science and faith. Sections include: The Concept of God, Faith and Science, The Bible and its Interpretation, In Defence of Religion, and Inter-Faith Dialogue and Disagreement.
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‘a much-needed resource’ –Thomas Jay Oord, Professor of Theology and Philosophy, NW Nazarene University
‘addresses the biggest challenges to Christian belief with simple wisdom and disarming humour’ –Philip Clayton, Dean, Claremont School of Theology
–Philip Clayton (Dean, Claremount School of Theology)
‘Wm. Curtis Holtzen and Roberto Sirvent have done a great service for those searching for a succinct compilation of theologian-philosopher Keith Ward’s voluminous work’ –Catholic Books Review
Ward addresses the biggest challenges to Christian belief with simple wisdom and disarming humour. The result will satisfy your mind and deepen your faith. –Philip Clayton (Dean, Claremount School of Theology)
I am reading By Faith and Reason: The Essential Keith Ward Reader-even though I’ve read a lot of Ward before. Some selections in it I have not read before. I personally find Ward my favorite contemporary Christian philosopher. First, I can understand him. (I admit that I often find Swineburne almost impossible.) Second, Ward is a great writer who makes his thoughts clear, uses examples and illustrations, and, third, in my opinion, is biblical and orthodox without being the least bit fundamentalist. I agree completely with his view of faith and reason and almost completely with his ideas about God. –Roger E Olson
Ward addresses the biggest challenges to Christian belief with simple wisdom and disarming humour. The result will satisfy your mind and deepen your faith. –Philip Clayton (Dean, Claremount School of Theology)
About the Author
Keith Ward has authored nearly 30 books and has contributed to over 50 books and journals. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and (since 1972) an ordained priest in the Church of England. He has held posts at several prominent universities including Cambridge and Oxford and was a Canon of Christ Church, Oxford until 2003. In 1993-94 he gave the prestigious Gifford Lectures and has appeared as a key expert on various television shows and programs. Ward has become one of the top names in theology and has influenced a number of key theologians and philosophers working in the areas of faith, science, religion, and the doctrine of God. Wm Curtis Holtzen is Associate Professor of Philosophy & Theology and Roberto Sirvent is Assistant Professor of Social Science at Hope International University, California.
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