Philosophy of Religion

Chapter  1. OVERVIEW

Section 13 . Definition of Religion

What is the essence of Religion?

A Definition of Religion : Just what is it?
In the final chapter the question of the "essence" or value of religion will be taken up and answered.  It is only after having considered the issues which where examined in the previous chapters that the approach taken in this text toward an understanding of the inner nature or "essence" of religion can be appreciated.

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