A Question of Faith: An Atheist and a Rabbi Debate the Existence of God [Paperback]

William E. Kaufman (Author), Morton Shor (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1994

'This spirited encouter between a hardheaded atheist and a sophisticated theologian on the nature and existence of God can serve as a model for how to conduct a passionate and intelligent conversation on this most ultimate of issues.'--Rabbi Neil Gillman, Jewish Theological Seminary of America

Product Details

• Paperback: 226 pages
• Publisher: Jason Aronson, Inc. (May 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1568210892
• ISBN-13: 978-1568210896
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,548,399 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable, thought-provoking, and thouroughly mesmerizing., December 28, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: A Question of Faith: An Atheist and a Rabbi Debate the Existence of God (Paperback)

Dr. Kaufman and Mr. Shor present both sides of this debate with such zeal, wit, and logic that readers will find themselves nodding in agreement as the arguments unfold--on both sides! I couldn't put the book down because I always wanted to see what the other's counter-arguments were going to be.

The book is very thought-provoking, forcing the readers to develop more questions as they go. In true debate fashion, there is no "final" answer. We are left with the question of God's existence still unproven, but our understanding of the debate deeper and more enlightened. Both men display a literate and insightful glimpse of humanity's yearning for deeper meaning to life. The book is full of the wit and wisdom that comes from a full life, as both these men seem to have led.

I recommend this book whole-heartedly to anyone who wishes to understand their own faith or the faith of others. In the end, it provides no magic answer, rather it forces us to think for ourselves. I can't think of a greater literary gift.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection, February 7, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: A Question of Faith: An Atheist and a Rabbi Debate the Existence of God (Paperback)

This book is perfect for anyone questioning thier belief in "God" or wanting to strenghten thier ability to debate the existence of a higher power. Both sides are wonderfully defended. I personally believe the atheist wins the debate. However, there is still hope left if one choses to have faith (belief without proof). Everyone should read this book. However, if they did, there would not be as many places of worship.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Very Unorganized, October 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: A Question of Faith: An Atheist and a Rabbi Debate the Existence of God (Paperback)

I thought that this was an "okay" book for comparing theism and atheism, but nothing went together and it was difficult to keep track of the issues. As an atheist, I felt that this book did nothing for my beliefs. I did, though, enjoy being able to look in on two people who were open-minded enough to have a debate over theism.