Pragmatism and Religion: Rorty and Stout

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Course Code ICT6771HS
Semester Second Semester
Section 0101
Online No
Credits One Credit
Location Toronto (St George Campus)
Description

How does pragmatism's central tenet that the meaning and worth of ideas lies in their practical consequences comport with religious forms of life and the understandings of morality they fund? Does pragmatism's suspicion regarding traditional "supernaturalist" theologies leave any space to think alternatively about God and the human relationsip with God?  What role do pragmatists see for religion in a democratic society, if any?  In addressing these questions, this seminar will focus on the work of John Dewey, Richard Rorty, and Jefferey  Stout.

Schedule Thu
Start Time 14:00
End Time 17:00
Hours Per Week 3
Minimum Enrolment 3
Maximum Enrolment 15
Enrolment Notes

Please note:  In order to complete your registration for this course, you must contact the ICS Associate Academic Dean & Registrar at academic-registrar@icscanada.edu

Additional Notes

Additional Evaluation: seminar presentation.

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Previously Offered Winter 2013
Currently Offered Winter 2017
Next Scheduled Winter 2021