This book is for anyone wanting to understand what religion is really about. Exploring all the key principles upon which religion is based and setting out the arguments for and against belief in a clear, accessible style, it examines religion against current issues such as terrorism, evolution, and our multi-cultural society.

Understand the Philosophy of Religion includes:

Chapter 1: Religious experience

Chapter 2: Religious language

Chapter 3: God: the concepts

Chapter 4: God: the arguments

Chapter 5: Atheism and humanism

Chapter 6: The self

Chapter 7: Psychology and religion

Chapter 8: Suffering and evil

Chapter 9: Religion and science

Chapter 10: Religion and society

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One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.

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Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.

Test yourself

Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.

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Extra online articles to give you a richer understanding of psychology.

Five things to remember

Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.

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Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.