The Universe Next Door: A Basic Worldview Catalog, 5th Edition
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| Rating | : | 4.50 (638 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0830838503 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 293 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-05 |
| Language | : | English |
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He has taught English, philosophy, theology, and short courses at many universities and seminaries. James W. Sire (PhD, University of Missouri), formerly a senior editor at InterVarsity Press, is an active speaker and writer. He continues to be a frequent guest lecturer in the United States and Europe. His InterVarsity Press books and Bible studies include The Universe Next Door (a worldviews textbook), Scripture Twistin
"Read as a whole it traces a convincing history of the evolution of worldviews (particularly in the West), as well as providing a robust defence of the enduring validity of the Christian faith an excellent introduction." (Dr. Blaiklock) . This book is a clear introduction and invaluable guide." (Os Guinness)"If you are looking for an introductory exposition of prominent worldviews, I know of no better book." (Nicholas Wolterstorff)PRAISE FOR THE FIRST EDITION: "A most magnificently useful book." (E. Cain, Liturgy, Hymnody, and Pulpit Quarterly Book Review, August 2010)"For anyone concerned to understand the culture in which we are called to work and witness, which ought to be all of us, this is still an indispensable resource." (David McKay, The Covenanter Witness, June 2010)"Revised and updated to include a new chapter on Islam by a contributing author, and incorporates deve
Mike Nixon said Good introductory synthesis. Good introductory synthesis to different world-views. Some strong points and some weak points, i.e. Trying to put both theistic and atheistic existentialism in the same chapter while not regarding Thomistic transcendentalism. Overall, good book and conversation starter.. "An excellent Beginning Text" according to David D. McConkey. As a beginning text for worldview, is excellent. Gives overview on the major world views in concise manner. Presents fairly, still affirms Christian Theism. The chapter on Islam could use some works, makes some statements that are misleading and incorrect.. The book arrived in excellent condition. Classes start in the fall I purchased for a school elective class for my son who is a junior in high school. The book arrived in excellent condition. Classes start in the fall. He is looking forward to diving in.
Sire's Naming the Elephant: Worldview as a Concept provides a useful companion volume for those desiring a more in-depth discussion of the nature of a worldview.. In this new fifth edition James Sire offers additional student-friendly features to his concise, easily understood introductions to theism, deism, naturalism, Marxism, nihilism, existentialism, Eastern monism, New Age philosophy and postmodernism. In a world of ever-increasing diversity, The Universe Next Door offers a unique resource for understanding the varie