Publisher's Synopsis
Faith and Philosophy: Discourses and Essays is a book written by Henry B. Smith that explores the relationship between faith and philosophy. The book is a collection of essays and discourses that delve into various topics related to philosophy and religion, including the nature of God, the problem of evil, the role of reason in faith, and the relationship between faith and science.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular theme or topic. The first section, for example, explores the nature of faith and its relationship to reason, while the second section delves into the problem of evil and the question of why a loving God would allow suffering in the world.Throughout the book, Smith draws on a wide range of philosophical and theological sources, including the works of Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, and Aquinas. He also engages with contemporary thinkers and their ideas, such as the existentialism of Jean-Paul Sartre and the postmodernism of Jacques Derrida.Overall, Faith and Philosophy: Discourses and Essays is a thoughtful and thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between faith and philosophy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and philosophy and the big questions of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
