Explanation and Mystery in Religion

It has often been claimed by philosophical theologians that the concept of God functions as an ‘ultimate explanation' of the nature of the universe. In recent years, various theologians have regarded this notion of ‘ultimate explanation' as one which has a central place in religious belief...

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Main Author: Ward, Keith 1938- (Author)
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Language:English
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Published: Cambridge Univ. Press [1973]
In: Religious studies
Year: 1973, Volume: 9, Issue: 1, Pages: 23-37
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