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Book SynopsisEstablished scholars of Rawls and the philosophy of religion reexamine and rearticulate the central tenets of Rawls’s theory
Trade ReviewJohn Rawls's liberal theory of justice has been one of the most exciting and influential developments in political philosophy formore than a century. Yet the place of religion in his philosophy remains underexplored. Rawls and Religion is essential reading on this topic, featuring groundbreaking essays by leading philosophers in the field. -- Thom Brooks, Durham University A superb volume that takes up questions of deep and topical interest, brings together major scholars in the field, and encourages us all to rethink the role of religion in the liberal state. -- Cecile Laborde, University College London For those interested in religion and its role in political philosophy, this is a must read... Highly recommended. Choice An excellent collection. -- Daniel A. Dombrowski Social Theory and Practice An excellent book -- Pietro Maffettone ID: International Dialogue The chapters are well written and insightful. This book will be a relevant read for critics and supporters of Rawls alike. Journal of Church and State
Table of ContentsForeword, by Sebastiano Maffettone Acknowledgments List of Abbreviations Introduction, by Tom Bailey and Valentina Gentile Part I. Reinterpreting Rawls on Religion 1. Respect and War: Against the Standard View of Religion in Politics, by Christopher J. Eberle 2. Religion and Liberalism: Was Rawls Right After All?, by Robert B. Talisse 3. Inclusivism, Stability, and Assurance, by Paul Weithman 4. Rethinking the Public Use of Religious Reasons, by Andrew F. March Part II. Accommodating Religions with Rawls 5. The Liberal State and the Religious Citizen: Justificatory Perspectives in Political Liberalism, by Patrick Neal 6. Reasoning from Conjecture: A Reply to Three Objections, by Micah Schwartzman 7. The Religious Hermeneutics of Public Reasoning: From Paul to Rawls, by Johannes A. van der Ven Part III. Transcending Rawls 8. E Pluribus Unum: Justification and Redemption in Rawls, Cohen, and Habermas, by James Gledhill 9. A Reasonable Faith? Pope Benedict's Response to Rawls, by Peter Jonkers 10. Islamic Politics and the Neutral State: A Friendly Amendment to Rawls?, by Abdullahi A. An-Na'im Bibliography List of Contributors Index
