University of Lucerne

Themes from the Philosophy of Religion

1st Master PhilTeR Student and Alumni Conference

10.4.2025

13:25 – 17:45

Unilu: Raum 3. B 58 / Zoom

    Description

    The philosophy of religion is a cornerstone of today’s philosophical landscape. Over the past century, it’s evolved from an emphasis on epistemology to a deeper focus on metaphysics. Recently, the spotlight has expanded beyond Christian philosophy to explore the rich insights of other world religions. Moreover, the growing demand for integrating this research with fields like Psychology, Physics, Neuroscience, and even Artificial Intelligence has never been more evident.

    In response to this exciting challenge, Lucerne's Center for Theology and Philosophy of Religions (TheiRs) launched the Online Master's in Philosophy, Theology, and Religions, proudly celebrating its first graduates in the summer of 2025.

    The student and alumni conference will highlight the innovative research and interdisciplinary insights from graduates of the program, showcasing their contributions to the evolving landscape of the philosophy of religion.


    Contact and Registration

    Programm

    13:45

    welcome


    14:00

    Yula Milshteyn

    Free will, evil and psychopathy - a neuro-philosophical approach to moral responsibility

    Chair: Dario Affronti


    14:45

    Coffee Break

    15:00

    Ranjan Lima

    Re-Examining Divine Impassibility in Contemporary Theology

    Chair: Ryan Mullins


    15:45

    Karim Ayyad

    As-Samad: The Impassibility of God in the Qur’an

    Chair: Ali Taghavinasab


    16:30

    Coffee Break


    16:45

    Ryan Shields

    A Problem of Power and Negative Emotions: Does God Stomp on Satan?

    Chair: David Anzalone


    17:30

    Conclusions