The Miracle of theism

Description

In The Miracle of Theism, J.L. Mackie examines the arguments for and against the existence of God from an atheistic perspective. John Mackie is a highly respected twentieth century philosopher and along with Anthony Flew has been one of the most capable contemporary proponents of atheism. Written almost a quarter of a century ago, "The Miracle of Theism" remains a classic in the field of religious philosophy and is widely considered to be one of the best-stated arguments for atheism in print. Unfortunately, many popular works supporting the atheistic perspective come across as unduly angry and self-righteous. In contrast, Mackie's work is a much-needed breath of fresh air. One may disagree with Mackie while at the same time respecting his views.

First Sentence

TRADITIONAL theism, as defined in the Introduction, does not explicitly include any contrast between the natural and the supernatural.

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Other Editions

• The miracle of theism: arguments for and against the existence of GodClarendon Press1982-01-01
• The Miracle of theismOxford University Press1983-01-13
• The Miracle of TheismOxford University Press, USA1983-01-13