Philosophical Theology: The Basics

The book guides readers through the basic theories and thinkers in western philosophical theology from Plato to Plantinga, presenting key concerns that have led to debates within secular and Christian philosophy throughout history and encouraging readers to engage with these debates.

What is philosophical theology? How does philosophy relate to theology? Should theology be philosophical? This book explores answers to these questions from the ancient world to the present day, introducing the reader to the basic theories and thinkers in philosophical theology, within the Judaeo-Christian tradition.

The book guides readers through the basic theories and thinkers in western philosophical theology from Plato to Plantinga, presenting key concerns that have led to debates within secular and Christian philosophy throughout history and encouraging readers to engage with these debates. It explores theories and schools of thought that