The Concept of Faith: A Philosophical InvestigationFaith lies at the heart of human life, and not just in religious contexts. But just what is faith? In this book William Lad Sessions ventures a new approach to this age-old problem. Viewing it in global terms, he provides an effective and insightful set of analytical tools for deepening our understanding of the ideas of belief. |
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| Title | The Concept of Faith: A Philosophical Investigation Apple Valley Mysteries Cornell studies in the philosophy of religion |
| Authors | William Lad Sessions, Mark S. McLeod |
| Publisher | Cornell University Press, 1994 |
| ISBN | 0801428734, 9780801428739 |
| Length | 298 pages |
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