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Bpyg 172

The document outlines various topics related to the philosophy of religion, including the nature of religion, the problems of evil, and the relationship between religious fundamentalism and terrorism. It discusses key concepts such as revelation, prayer, myths, atheism, and the challenges of agnosticism. Additionally, it addresses the significance of inter-religious dialogue, the interpretation of religious language, and the impact of culturisation on religious practices.

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Bpyg 172

The document outlines various topics related to the philosophy of religion, including the nature of religion, the problems of evil, and the relationship between religious fundamentalism and terrorism. It discusses key concepts such as revelation, prayer, myths, atheism, and the challenges of agnosticism. Additionally, it addresses the significance of inter-religious dialogue, the interpretation of religious language, and the impact of culturisation on religious practices.

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June, 2025

BPYG–172 :

PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION

Discuss in detail the nature of Religion.Discuss the difference between the logical and
evidential problems of evil.

Define religious fundamentalism. How are religious fundamentalism and terrorism


related. Elaborate.
1. Define Religion. Distinguish between Theology and Philosophy of Religion. Elaborate the
psychological perspective regarding the Origin of Religion.
2. What is Cosmological Argument for the Existence of God ? Explain Kalam’s Cosmological
Argument.

What is meant by "revelation" as a source of ultimate knowledge?How does revelation


differ from other sources of knowledge in religious contexts?

1. What are the categories of non-assertive approaches to interpreting religious


language? Discuss briefly some of the salient features of Religion.
2. Critically analyze William James’ views on Religious Experience. Write a note on the
evidential problem of evil.

What role does revelation play in understanding religious truths?Why is revelation


considered an ultimate source of knowledge by some religious traditions?

Briefly discussthe challenges of Agnosticism. Write a brief note on the Fine-tuning argument.

Write a note on the basic assumptions of Monotheism.Briefly discuss the challenges of


Atheism. Write a note on the basic assumptions of Pantheism.

What is the purpose of prayer in various religious traditions?How do different


religions approach the practice of prayer?

In what ways does prayer contribute to an individual's spiritual growth?How does


prayer help believers connect with the divine?

What is the significance of myth in religious belief systems?How do myths convey


moral or spiritual truths?
How are myths used to explain the origins of the universe and humanity in religion?
What role do myths play in shaping cultural and religious identity?

What are the main beliefs or principles of atheism?How does atheism differ from
agnosticism?

What arguments do atheists present against the existence of a deity?How does atheism
impact one's worldview and ethical beliefs?

Write a note on the psychological theory of Origin of Religion. Critically analyze


William James’ views on Religious Experience. Critically analyze the feminist
approach to philosophy of religion.

Write a note on the evidential problem of evil. Write a note on the univocal way of
religious language.

How Rudolf Otto proves the validity of Religious experience? Briefly Discuss.
Discuss Indian version of secularism. Write a note on the kalam argument.

What are the basic problems with Naturalistic theory of origin of Religion?
Distinguish between theology and Philosophy of Religion. Write a brief note on the
Fine-tuning argument.

Write a note on the basic assumptions of Monotheism. Write a short note on the Best
of Possible worlds Theodicy. Briefly discuss the challenges of Agnosticism.

What is religious inter-dialogue, and why is it important?How can inter-religious


dialogue promote peace and mutual understanding?

What do you understand by religious ‘dialogue’ ? Explain the imperative of religious


dialogue. . What do you understand by the ‘Category of Holy’ ?

Discuss in detail the Epistemological Grounding of the Experience of the Holy. What
are the philosophical responses to religious pluralism ? Elaborate.

What challenges arise in dialogues between different religious groups?In what ways
can religious inter-dialogue foster tolerance and respect?

What does it mean for a deity to be omnipotent?How do different religions interpret


the concept of omnipotence?

What philosophical challenges arise from the idea of an omnipotent being?How does
omnipotence influence believers' understanding of God's role in the world?

What are the unique features of religious language?How do religious symbols and
metaphors aid in expressing spiritual concepts?
What challenges arise in interpreting religious language across different cultures?How
does religious language impact the way believers understand their faith?

What is culturisation, and how does it affect religious practices?How does religion
influence cultural norms and values?

In what ways does culturisation shape individual identity within a religion?How does
the culturisation of religion affect its global spread and perception?

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