Pragmatism and Religion: Rorty and Stout

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Course Code ICT6771HF
NOTE: Basic degree students enrol in ICT3771HF
Semester First Semester
Section 9101
Online No
Credits One Credit
Location Online – Synchronous
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 Jeffrey Stout.

Schedule Thu
Start Time 10:00
End Time 13:00
Hours Per Week 3
Minimum Enrolment 5
Maximum Enrolment 8
Enrolment Notes

Students need to contact the ICS Registrar at academic-registrar@icscanada.edu to complete registration

Additional Notes

Additional Evaluation: seminar presentation.

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Previously Offered Summer 2021
Currently Offered Fall 2021