An Introduction to Philosophy of Religion

Philosophy of religion is methodically newcomer in philosophy and thematically in religious studies. This article is to attempt to analyze and explain some of its important problems. The definition of philosophy of religion is subject to that of philosophy and of religion. For this reason in order to clarify the nature philosophy of religion, some word is necessary on the definition of philosophy, religion, characteristics of both and finally those of philosophy of religion. The distinction of philosophy of religion with other religious studies and its relation with other sciences are discussed as well.