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Netland, Harold A., 1955-

Encountering religious pluralism : the challenge to Christian faith & mission / Harold Netland. - Downers Grove, Illinois InterVarsity Press, ©2001 - 368 pages ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 349-362) and index.

pt. 1: Religious pluralism in context -- Shifting perspectives on other religions -- Contours of the present: the culture of modernity -- Discovering religious others -- Religion & spirituality in the culture of modernity -- John Hick's journey to pluralism -- pt. 2: Engaging religious pluralism -- Religions & truth -- Problems of pluralism -- Apologetics & religious pluralism -- Evaluating alternative worldviews: the question of criteria -- Toward an evangelical theology of religions.

Critically analyzes the origins and influence of contemporary religious pluralism. Specifically addresses the theological philosophies of John Hick. Also discusses Christian apologetic-ism.

ISBN: 083081552X 9780830815524 0851114881 9780851114880

LCCN: 2001024840

Subjects--Personal Names:
Hick, John, 1922-2012.

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Theology of religions (Christian theology)
Evangelicalism.

LC Class. No.: BT83.85 / .N48 2001

Dewey Class. No.: ARCH YNDC 261.2 N469E