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“Open theists affirm the same openness of the future that religious believers assume when they pray and almost all humans assume when they act. The open future is intuitive; but can it be rigorously defended? God in an Open Universe shows that it can. Open theism has always been an attractive view of God; now it becomes a philosophically rigorous one as well.”

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Philip Clayton
Philip Clayton

Philip Clayton (born 1955) is an American theologian and philosopher renowned for his work in process theology and the dialogue between science and religion. He has made significant contributions to contemporary theological discourse, particularly in bridging religious faith with modern scientific understanding. Clayton is a prominent figure in academic theology and has authored several influential works in the field. more

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