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OverviewPANTHEISM Michael Levine's book is the first comprehensive study of pantheism as a philosophical position. Spinoza's Ethics , finished in 1675, has long been seen as the most complete attempt at explaining and defending pantheism. Historically, however,pantheism has numerous forms and Spinoza's version is best considered as one among manyvariations on pantheistic themes. Dr. Levine manages to disentangle the concept from Spinoza;this book is a broad philosophical and historical survey of pantheism itself. There is much confusion about what pantheism, this 'form of...non-theistic monotheism', actually is. The early part of the book deals with definitions of pantheism and examines critical distinctions between them. Chapter two is an analysis, both historical and contemporary, of the concept of pantheism. What is 'unity' in pantheism's 'all-inclusive divine unity'? Pantheism is compared to theism in chapter three. In chapter four an account is presented of how some philosophical problems usually associated with theism are to be recast in pantheism and how, if at all, they might be resolved. The later chapters discuss the relationship between belief and practice. What are the religious implications of pantheism in terms of practice? Are there grounds - both philosophical and religious - for believing that pantheism presents the genuine alternative to theism that many contemporary non-theists think it does? Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael P. LevinePublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 13.80cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.635kg ISBN: 9780415070645ISBN 10: 0415070643 Pages: 400 Publication Date: 07 July 1994 Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Tertiary & Higher Education , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction; Part I Meaning; Chapter 2 What Is Pantheism?; Part II Philosophy of Pantheism; Chapter 3 Pantheism and Theism; Chapter 4 Problems Of Pantheism; Part III Method; Chapter 5 What Pantheists Should not Do–and Why; Chapter 6 Conclusion: How to Practise Pantheism;Reviews`This book can be commended for dusting down an old idea and showing its relevance to contemporary discussions.' I `This is a rich book. It should be on the bookshelves of anybody interested in philosopy of religion or in natural theology. The book has been written in a highly systematic and professional wy' `The book is probably the most complete account of pantheism in any language, written by a highly competent philosopher' `this is a fine central text for courses in contemporay pragmatism' `A welcome addition on the literature on Wittgenstein' `I strongly recommend this book to any student of Wittgenstein or the philosohy of mathematics. Frascolla's work, like Wittengenstein's philosophy of mathematics, is richer that I have able to suggest in this review, and it is an important contribution to the lierature' Michael Levine's careful, lucid and fascinating account fills an important gap. For the first time, pantheism receives the patient analytic treatment that has long been accorded to arguments for and against the existence of the gods of the mainstream religions.' - Kevin Mulligan, Dept. of Philosophy, University of Geneva `This work can be warmly commended. Levine's enterprising enquiry should stand as an encouragement (or provocation?) to others to address these same issues' - Mark Wynn, Australian Catholic University `This book can be commended for dusting down an old idea and showing its relevance to contemporary discussions.' I `This is a rich book. It should be on the bookshelves of anybody interested in philosopy of religion or in natural theology. The book has been written in a highly systematic and professional wy' `The book is probably the most complete account of pantheism in any language, written by a highly competent philosopher' `this is a fine central text for courses in contemporay pragmatism' `A welcome addition on the literature on Wittgenstein' `I strongly recommend this book to any student of Wittgenstein or the philosohy of mathematics. Frascolla's work, like Wittengenstein's philosophy of mathematics, is richer that I have able to suggest in this review, and it is an important contribution to the lierature' Michael Levine's careful, lucid and fascinating account fills an important gap. For the first time, pantheism receives the patient analytic treatment that has long been accorded to arguments for and against the existence of the gods of the mainstream religions.' - Kevin Mulligan, Dept. of Philosophy, University of Geneva `This work can be warmly commended. Levine's enterprising enquiry should stand as an encouragement (or provocation?) to others to address these same issues' - Mark Wynn, Australian Catholic University Author InformationMichael P. Levine Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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