The Kalam Cosmological Argument, Volume 1 - (Bloomsbury Studies in Philosophy of Religion) by Paul Copan & William Lane Craig (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Did the universe begin to exist? If so, did it have a cause? Or could it have come into existence uncaused, from nothing? These questions are taken up by the medieval-though recently-revived-<i>kalam </i>cosmological argument, which has arguably been the most discussed philosophical argument for God's existence in recent decades. The <i>kalam</i>'s line of reasoning maintains that the series of past events cannot be infinite but rather is finite. Since the universe could not have come into being uncaused, there must be a transcendent cause of the universe's beginning, a conclusion supportive of theism.<br/><br/>This anthology on the philosophical arguments for the finitude of the past asks: Is an infinite series of past events metaphysically possible? Should actual infinites be restricted to theoretical mathematics, or can an actual infinite exist in the concrete world? These essays by kalam proponents and detractors engage in lively debate about the nature of infinity and its conundrums; about frequently-used <i>kalam </i>argument paradoxes of Tristram Shandy, the Grim Reaper, and Hilbert's Hotel; and about the infinity of the future.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>The best possible collection on the <i>kalam</i> cosmological argument one could wish for. The contributors to the book, who represent some of the most profound thinkers of our time, tackle fundamental questions concerning the existence of God and the origin of the universe through their discussion of the simple yet extremely powerful argument.<br/>Yujin Nagasawa, Professor of Philosophy, University of Birmingham, UK<br><br>The two volumes of Copan's <i>The Kalam Cosmological Argument</i>, without a doubt, constitute an excellent collection of essays that for years to come will be the place to start for those interested in a profound analysis of the problems and merits of the Kalam cosmological argument.<br/>Reading Religion<br><br>This collection brings together some of the most important recent criticisms and defenses of a crucial step in the much-discussed <i>kalam</i> cosmological argument. The question at issue is whether the universe (that is, all of contingent reality) must have a finite past. Here, one will find contemporary philosophers alternately defending and attacking the idea that the past could have been infinite. The essays are well-chosen and interlocking, with the exciting thrust-and-parry of an ongoing philosophical debate. The volume is the ideal place to start for anyone contemplating this fascinating question.<br/>Dean Zimmerman, Professor of Philosophy, Rutgers University, USA<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>William Lane Craig </b>is a Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and at Houston Baptist University, USA. He has authored or edited over forty books, including <i>Theism, Atheism, and Big Bang Cosmology </i>(1995), <i>God, Time, and Eternity</i> (2001), and <i>God Over All</i> (2016), as well as over 150 articles in journals such as <i>The Journal of Philosophy</i>, <i>American Philosophical Quarterly</i>, <i> Philosophical Studies</i>, <i>Philosophy</i>, and <i>British Journal for Philosophy of Science</i>. <p/><b>Paul Copan </b>is the Pledger Family Chair of Philosophy and Ethics at Palm Beach Atlantic University, USA. He is the author or editor of thirty books, including <i>Creation Out of Nothing: A Biblical, Philosophical, and Scientific Exploration</i> (with William Lane Craig; 2004), <i>The Rationality of Theism</i> (co-edited with with Paul K. Moser; 2003), <i>The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Religion </i>(co-edited with Chad V. Meister; 2007; 2nd ed. 2012) and <i>Philosophy of Religion: Classic and Contemporary Issues </i>(co-edited with Chad V. Meister; 2007). He has contributed essays and written reviews for journals such as <i>The Review of Metaphysics</i>, <i>Faith and Philosophy</i>, <i>Philosophia Christi</i>, and <i>Trinity Journal</i>.</p>
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