Reimagining Philosophy of Religion: Understanding, Commitment, and Making-Believe

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Dr Amber L. Griffioen (University of Konstanz, Germany, and University of Notre Dame, USA) J Aaron Simmons (Furman University USA)

Reimagining Philosophy of Religion

Understanding, Commitment, and Making-Believe

Dr Amber L. Griffioen (University of Konstanz, Germany, and University of Notre Dame, USA), J Aaron Simmons (Furman University USA), Kevin Schilbrack (Appalachian State University USA)

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Bloomsbury Academic
30 October 2025

Analytical philosophy & Logical Positivism; Philosophy of religion

Series: Expanding Philosophy of Religion

Exploring how analytic philosophy of religion can expand its horizons to combat old biases, Amber L. Griffioen’s new book argues for reorientations in the discipline aimed at transforming it into a field that is simultaneously theoretically rigorous, socially relevant, and radically inclusive.

Drawing on diverse philosophical resources, Griffioen brings the practical and imaginative aspects of religion to the fore as objects for philosophical reflection. Chapters include discussions of topics such as theological realism, religious epistemology, models of religious faith, the religious imagination, and the problem of evil. Ultimately, Griffioen argues for a “doxastically permissive” approach to the religious life understood as a form of deeply earnest play—one compatible with belief but not requiring it.

Exploring traditional debates together with a consideration of their limits—and proposing alternative approaches that promise to move the discipline forward in exciting ways—Griffioen’s book is an essential resource for any scholar or student of philosophy of religion.

By: Dr Amber L. Griffioen (University of Konstanz Germany and University of Notre Dame USA)
Edited by: J Aaron Simmons (Furman University USA), Kevin Schilbrack (Appalachian State University USA)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781350328471
ISBN 10: 1350328472
Series: Expanding Philosophy of Religion
Pages: 280
Publication Date: 30 October 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction: Horizons and Conversions UNIT 1 – REORIENTATION 1. Beyond Help? Fairies, Idols, and the View from Nowhere 2. Beyond Knowledge: Rethinking Religious Epistemology 3. Beyond Belief: Faith, Commitment, and the Religious Life UNIT 2 – REFORM 4. Beyond the Indicative: Imagination, Acceptance, and Earnest Make-Believe 5. Beyond Doxasticism: The Virtues of Non-Doxastic Prayer 6. Beyond Perception: Religious Experience, Belief, and the Promise of the Material UNIT 3 – REVOLUTION 7. Beyond Experience: Rethinking APR’s Approach to Mysticism 8. Beyond Theodicy: Toward Theologies of Compassion 9. The Great Beyond: Looking to the Future Bibliography Index

Amber L. Griffioen works on topics in philosophy of religion, moral psychology, contemplative and mystical traditions, philosophy of sport, and the philosophy of pregnancy and pregnancy loss. She is also a certified philosophical counselor and existential coach for reproductive struggle and life transition.