Neuroscience and the Soul: The Human Person in Philosophy, Science, and Theology

An interdisciplinary look at arguments both for and against traditional belief in the soul

It is a widely held belief that human beings are both body and soul, that our immaterial soul is distinct from our material body. But that traditional idea has been seriously questioned by much recent research in the brain sciences.

In Neuroscience and the Soul fourteen distinguished scholars grapple with current debates about the existence and nature of the soul. Featuring a dialogical format, the book presents state-of-the-art work by leading philosophers and theologians--some arguing for the existence of the soul, others arguing against it--and then puts those scholars into conversation with critics of their views. Bringing philosophy, theology, and science together in this way brings to light new perspectives and advances the ongoing debate over body and soul.

CONTRIBUTORS:
Robin Collins
John W. Cooper
Kevin Corcoran
Stewart Goetz
William Hasker
Veli-Matti K rkk inen
Eric LaRock
Brian Lugioyo
J. P. Moreland
Timothy O'Connor
Jason D. Runyan
Kevin Sharpe
Daniel Speak
Richard Swinburne


Author: Thomas M. Crisp
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: 11/01/2016
Pages: 294
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780802874504

About the Author
Thomas M. Crisp is professor of philosophy at Biola University.
Steven L. Porter is professor of theology and philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and at Rosemead School of Psychology.
Gregg A. Ten Elshof is professor of philosophy at Biola University.

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