Some Problems with Pragmatism
What do we mean when we say something is true? That it corresponds with reality or that it 'works'? And does it matter which of these we…
Truth, Faith and Hope in Life of Pi – A Philosophical Review
Philosopher Peter S. Williams reviews the Christian, Hindu and Secular Humanist perspectives on themes of Truth, Faith and Hope in the…
What is Truth? (on the Nature and Importance of Truth Today)
An examination of various responses to the question "What is Truth?"
"Faith is about 'just trusting' God isn't it?"
What do people mean when they say that they 'have faith' in God? Is faith anything more than wishful thinking?
Does It Really Matter What I Believe?
A question we often hear is, "Does it really matter what I believe as long as I believe in something?" Or, "As long as your belief helps…
The Blind Men, the Elephant and the Zoo
An alternative version of the traditional story of the blind men and the elephant.
"Religion causes wars"
The suggestion that, "Belief leads to intolerance and ultimately to conflict" is one of the most popular ideas around, but is it true?
Is There Any Truth to Know and can we Discuss it?
Gavin McGrath examines whether we can talk meaningfully about truth. Is the truth 'out there' or perhaps 'in here'?
Is science the only way to know anything about anything?
Scientism says that science is the source of all our knowledge. Does this make sense or are there other sources for what we can know?