Dec 02, 2019 the moral argument for god s existence link the days of genesis. God s greatest achievement is the son of god s selfhumiliation. Jan 21, 2015 having stripped the atheist off all philosophical authority to proclaim god a moral monster, copan presents the new testament gospel of jesus as the culmination of the story of redemption and faithfulness that the old testament only begins to tell. My first blog focused on differences between his book and god behaving badly, the last one will look at issues, concerns and questions i. He is currently a professor at the palm beach atlantic university and holds the endowed pledger family chair of philosophy and ethics. God is arrogant and jealous god punishes people too harshly god is guilty of ethnic cleansing god oppresses women god endorses slavery christianity causes violence and more copan not only answers gods critics, he also shows how to read both the old and new testaments faithfully, seeing an unchanging, righteous, and loving god in both. Copan takes the time to explain many of the old testaments seemingly inexplicable and tedious laws.
Copan not only answers gods critics, he also shows how to read both the old and new testaments faithfully, seeing an unchanging, righteous, and loving god in both. Hes still the potter, and we are either defiant and unworthy clay, or redeemed and unworthy clay. In the discussion at rausers blog, i have defended a strong position. It presents several versions of the moral argument for gods existence. Making sense of the old testament god 1st edition by copan, paul isbn. Yet the old testament presents creational moral ideals in genesis 12. A brief overview todays new atheists are not at all impressed with the moral credentials of the old testament ot god. Making sense of the old testament god ebook written by paul copan. God endorses slavery christianity causes violence paul copan not only answers gods critics, he also shows how to read both the old and new testaments faithfully, seeing an unchanging, righteous, and loving god in both.
I had read a lot on this subject and did not expect to find anything new, but i was surprised to find exactly that. Theres virtually no scholar id rather read on these subjects than paul copan. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Were posting the full interview, which was featured in lees investigating faith email newsletter here at. A recent string of popularlevel books written by the new atheists have leveled the accusation that the god of the old testament is nothing but a bully, a murderer, and a cosmic child abuser. Paul copan is currently a professor of philosophy and ethics at the palm beach atlantic university, where he also holds the endowed pledger. Making sense of the old testament god paul copan ebook. Jan 02, 2020 the first problem with any moral monster accusation against god is that it requires a standard of morality separate from god. In this timely and readable book, entitled is god a moral monsterapologist paul copan takes on some of the most vexing accusations of our time, including. Buy the paperback book is god a moral monster making sense of the old testament god by paul copan, paul at indigo. Apologist paul copan takes on some of the most vexing accusations of our time, including that god is arrogant and jealous, punishes people too harshly, is guilty of ethnic cleansing. Paul copan has 48 books on goodreads with 14655 ratings. Were posting the full interview, which was featured in lees investigating faith email newsletter here at bible gateway, below. Paul copan phd, marquette university is the pledger family chair of philosophy and ethics at palm beach atlantic university in florida.
Previously i discussed differences between copan s book and mine gbb and things i appreciated or found helpful about his book. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading is god a moral monster making sense of the old testament god. In the eyes of some, it presents god as fearinspiring, violent and vengeful a sharp contrast to the love and. Rather than replying to this frenzied accusation with similar flourish, christian philosopher and ethicist paul copan presents an argued. Copan suggests that his book is a response to these comments. Is god a moral monster making sense of the old testament god. When a book is laden with sarcasm, distortions, and ad hominem attacks, genuine dialogue and cordial exchangethe stuff of genuine scholarshipbecome difficult, if not preempted. By his very nature, god is humbleand he dwells with the humble in heart isa. Paul copan takes on neoatheists claims of a petty, malicious old testament god. God is arrogant and jealous god punishes people too harshly god is guilty of ethnic cleansing god oppresses women god endorses slavery christianity causes violence and more copan not only answers gods critics, he also. We can also recognize the virtue of kindness or selflessness, the obligation to treat others as we would want to be treated, and the moral difference between mother teresa and josef stalin. The new atheists and old testament ethics paul copan philosophy and ethics palm beach atlantic university palm beach, florida the new atheists and the old testament. He takes on current new atheist biblical critics and powerfully addresses virtually every criticism they have raised.
My first blog focused on differences between his book and god behaving badly, the last one will look at issues, concerns and questions i have about the book, this one will discuss its strengths. A recent string of popularlevel books written by the new atheists have leveled the accusation that the god of the old t. The first problem with any moral monster accusation against god is that it requires a standard of morality separate from god. Jan 01, 2011 in this timely and readable book, apologist paul copan takes on some of the most vexing accusations of our time, including. These two chapters are a brief survey of the comments by the new atheists, about the old testament god. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read is god a moral monster. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. His central argument is that no, having god helps, but of course as were all made in gods image we dont need him and that we can be moral without him but having him helps make us better. He is the author or editor of many books, including when god goes to starbucks. He suggests that the book is to educate nonbelievers and believers alike, to teach them things that they have.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc. Paul copan apologetics collection 6 volumes creation out of nothing, how do you know youre not wrong, is god a moral monster. It brings together important material that is otherwise scattered and demonstrates how this material responds to a line of moral criticism that has, by and large, been neglected by christian philosophers until now. Paul copans most popular book is is god a moral monster making sense of the old testament god. Glory to god though he might be viewed through a glass darkly as a moral monster he rules and reigns and is worthy of all praise. For example, he defends the canaanite genocide by arguing that passages such as deuteronomy. Paul copan is a professor of philosophy and ethics at the palm beach atlantic university. God is arrogant and jealous god punishes people too harshly god is guilty of ethnic cleansing god oppresses women god endorses slavery christianity causes violence and more copan not only answers god s critics, he also. Author bio paul copan phd, marquette university is the pledger family chair of philosophy and ethics at palm beach atlantic university in florida. In this timely and readable book, apologist paul copan takes on some of the most vexing accusations of our time, including.
Unlike paul copan, for example, rauser believes that it is impossible to harmonize the depiction of god commanding the amalekite genocide with the christian understanding of god. Dec, 2015 paul copans book, is god a moral monster. Copan is also the author of the book, is god a moral monster. Stopping at the old testament, writes copan, impoverishes the biblical reader. Therefore, he could have made the entire human race loving and compassionate. The moral argument paul copan, mark d linville bok.
Is god a moral monster making sense of the old testament god kindle edition by copan, paul. Wright, international director, langham partnership international. God is arrogant and jealous god punishes people too harshly god is guilty of ethnic cleansing god oppresses women god endorses slavery christianity causes violence and more copan not only answers god s critics, he also shows how to read both the old and new testaments faithfully, seeing an unchanging, righteous, and loving god in both. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders.
And how are we to reconcile the seemingly disconnected natures of god portrayed in the two. Is god a moral monster making sense of the old testament god ebook written by paul copan. Because of israels embeddedness in the ancient near easts harsh, morallyproblematic social milieu, old testament legislation is in. Previously i discussed differences between copans book and mine gbb and things i appreciated or found helpful about his book. Copan no doubt believes that god created humanity, and could have done so in any way he so chose. This is a necessary step, before we can begin to move forward constructively, as a people who hope in god.
Copans book, but whether or not god is a moral monster does not really concern me. John macarthur, who takes the youngearth view areopagus journal 52 marchapril 2005. A recent string of popularlevel books written by the new atheists have leveled the accusation that the god of the old testament is nothing but a bully, a murderer. However, opans analysis and explanation of gods actions is stellar. Making sense of the old testament god by paul copan available from rakuten kobo. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading is god a moral monster making sense of. Oct 04, 2011 these are some of the issues raised by lee strobel in a recent interview with paul copan about copans recent book is god a moral monster. Paul copan writes in such a simple, straightforward way, yet covers enormous issues comprehensively and with reassuring biblical detail and scholarly research. The moral argument offers a wideranging defense of the necessary connection between god and objective moral values, moral duties, proper function, and human rights. God is arrogant and jealous god punishes people too harshly god is guilty of ethnic cleansing god oppresses women god endorses slavery christianity causes violence copan not only answers the critics. Copan not only answers god s critics, he also shows how to read both the old and new testaments faithfully, seeing an unchanging, righteous, and loving god in both. Making sense of the old testament god, is the best apologia i have read for the disturbing actions and characteristics of the god of the bible. This viewpoint is even making inroads into the church. An oldearth view paul copan written in dialogue with dr.
God is arrogant and jealous god punishes people too harshly god is guilty of ethnic cleansing god oppresses women god endorses slavery christianity causes violence copan not only answers the critics, he also shows how to. By paul copan is definitely a musthave for disciplers and apologists considering how often questions come up about ot laws. I would recommend every small group leader or sunday school teacher at least have access to a copy. Having stripped the atheist off all philosophical authority to proclaim god a moral monster, copan presents the new testament gospel of jesus as the culmination of the story of redemption and faithfulness that the old testament only begins to tell. In other words, in order to say, god is morally wrong, one has to define morality in a way that justifies that claim. The moral argument for gods existence link the days of genesis. Instead, he fashions barbarians that would cause ghengis khan to turn bright crimson with embarrassment. The new atheists dawkins, dennett, harris, hitchens level arguments against old testament morality as primitive and barbaric, presumably undercutting belief in the biblical god yahweh. The passages in which god is depicted as commandingbringing aboutapproving of moral. Paul copan is the nations leading apologist regarding problems with the biblical text, and is god a moral monster.
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