Rethinking Religion with J.L. Schellenberg: Challenging Conventional Religious Belief

The first in-depth exploration of the thought of Canadian philosopher of religion J.L.Schellenberg, one of the most original and innovative voices in the field today. Renowned philosophers of religion from many parts of the world address Schellenberg's work, each analyzing a key aspect.Alongside chapters on Schellenberg's arguments against traditional theism and classical Christian doctrine, there are fresh discussions of his religious skepticism, his suggested shift from theism to ultimism, and his notion of evolutionary religion.While some chapters criticize Schellenberg’s ideas and some support them, all suggest new ways of applying his work to contemporary philosophy of religion.This comprehensive coverage of Schellenberg’s entire oeuvre concludes with a chapter from the philosopher.Replying to each chapter, he discusses the potential of science to aid us in transforming religion. Throughout his career, Schellenberg has plotted a course that resists naturalism and provides a new sc