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Book SynopsisThis book celebrates the work of Stephen T. Davis, who applied formal tools of philosophy to the articulation of Christian doctrine, in philosophy of religion, philosophical theology, and biblical studies.
Trade Review"In this volume, C. P. Ruloff has gathered distinguished scholars working in philosophy of religion and philosophical theology to honor Stephen T. Davis and his intellectual achievements. Their contributions will interest those working on the large range of topics on which Davis has published." —Brian Davies, Fordham University
"Stephen T. Davis is a scholar and a gentleman. He is also a distinguished Christian philosopher whose many publications have engaged with fundamental philosophical problems in Christian doctrine as well as the philosophy of religion. This collection of essays, which includes some of the most important thinkers in contemporary analytic philosophy of religion, as well as several in theology, is testimony to the high regard in which his colleagues and friends hold him. They touch on nodal issues that are the subject of ongoing discussion and that reflect a wide range of matters, many of which Davis himself has dealt with in his own work. Highly recommended." —Oliver D. Crisp, Fuller Theological Seminary
"Very few philosophers have had the impact of Stephen Davis on the world of Christian philosophy. It is only fitting, then, that a book honoring him should contain essays by the very best philosophers of religion writing on topics that Professor Davis has written on so ably. Among the standouts are new essays from Brian Leftow on Christology, William Hasker on the Trinity, and Linda Zagzebski on faith. And perhaps most appropriate of all is a paper from Davis’s mentor, the late John Hick, in which the latter writes on the former’s work on the resurrection. This is a terrific collection that I highly recommend for anyone interested in philosophical theology." —Thomas D. Senor, University of Arkansas
“The work of Stephen T. Davis, Russell K. Pitzer Professor of Philosophy at Claremont McKenna College, has impacted several areas in relation to philosophy, particularly the application of philosophical tools to the articulation of Christian doctrine. . . . [T]his is an excellent book that would be welcome in any library; however, the depth of analysis and insight these contributors provide would be best utilized by graduate or postgraduate students and faculty.” —Catholic Library World
"Scholars and students will benefit greatly from this book, but Christian Philosophy of Religion will also serve as an excellent gateway to some of the major topics and controversies in current philosophy of religion and philosophical theology—both in its content as well as in methodology (a wide variety of approaches in philosophy, theology, and religious studies is exhibited in this collection)." —Journal of Analytic Theology
