An exploration of central issues in philosophy, as addressed by Herman Dooyeweerd, Dirk Vollenhoven, and the “Amsterdam School” of neoCalvinian thought. The course tests the relevance of this tradition for recent developments in Western philosophy. Special attention is given to critiques of foundationalism, metaphysics, and modernity within reformational philosophy and in other schools of thought.
ICS 1107AC / 2107AC F25
Remote (Online Synchronous)
Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00pm ET
(MWS, MA, PhD)
Required Books:
Vollenhoven, D. H. T. Introduction to Philosophy. Sioux Center, Iowa: Dordt College Press, 2005. ISBN 978-0-932914-65-1. [ICS Library Reserve Shelf: BD28 .V65a 2005]. Must be purchased.
Purchasing links: Amazon CA
* Also available through 21five website, or
* Chapters/Indigo website.
Purchasing links: Amazon CA
* Also available through 21five website, or
* Chapters/Indigo website.
Enrolment Notes:
To register for this course, email academic-registrar@icscanada.edu. Last date to register is September 12. ICS reserves the right to decline registrations.