Erkki V R Kojonen
Biographic Data
| ID | 2937844 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Erkki V R Kojonen |
| GIVEN NAMES | Erkki V R |
| FAMILY NAME | Kojonen |
| SIGNATURE | KOJONEN E V R |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Helsinki |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-1733-0949 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 7 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 7 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2016 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Between horror and utopia
This article examines Yujin Nagasawa’s claim that the problem of evil challenges atheists as well as theists. Nagasawa says many atheists hold a ‘modest optimism’ about life, but this optimism clashes with how the world really is if nature is systemically tied to suffering. I explore this ‘axiological expectation mismatch’ through engagement with two short stories: H. P. Lovecraft’s Call of Cthulhu and Ursula K. Le Guin’s Those Who Walk Away from…
On Questioning the Design of Evolution
In The Compatibility of Evolution and Design, I have developed a new account of the compatibility of evolution and design arguments. Intelligent Design proponents Stephen Dilley, Casey Luskin, Brian Miller and Emily Reeves have criticized my proposal, arguing that it is empirically flawed and philosophically self-undermining. Here, I respond to their criticism and extend the arguments of The Compatibility of Evolution and Design. I argue that the…
On astrotheology as natural theology
Astrotheology, the theological engagement with astrobiology and the possibility of extraterrestrial life, has primarily focused on the compatibility of scientific and religious beliefs. However, this article argues that probability and risk assessments play a larger role in the discussion than is commonly recognised, and there is need to learn from the rigour with which natural theological arguments have been evaluated. For instance, the relative…
On Literary Miracles and Social Credibility
The idea that the Qur'an is miraculous is common in Islamic apologetics, but has received little attention in Western philosophy of religion. Despite the common claim that the supposed miracle of the Qur'an is distinct in not requiring testimonial support, testimonial considerations are central for many claims about Qur'anic inimitability. This article clarifies and evaluates the logic of such arguments for the purpose of fostering inter-religiou…
Divine Design and the Creation-Evolution Debate as Questions for Christian-Muslim Dialogue
Inter-religious discussion on science and religion can help focus on neglected theological and metaphysical aspects. Here, I consider two examples of this: (1) the effect of models of divine action on design arguments, and (2) the effect of theological hermeneutics on the creation-evolution debate. Regarding design arguments, I analyze and respond to Shoaib A. Malik’s four Ashʿari criticisms of the design argument. Regarding theological hermeneut…
Bias in the Science and Religion Dialogue? A Critique of “Nature of Evidence in Religion and Natural Science”
In their article “Nature of Evidence in Religion and Natural Science” (Theology & Science 2020), Petteri Nieminen and colleagues compare the use of evidence in religion and science. Their claim is that religious use of evidence is characterized by “experiential” thinking and confirmation bias, which makes integration with science difficult. I argue, however, that their methodology is unreliable and their theory of religious cognition is too simpl…
Intelligent Design and the Temptation of Scientism
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Intelligent Design and the Temptation of Scientism
Bias in the Science and Religion Dialogue? A Critique of “Nature of Evidence in Religion and Natural Science”
In their article “Nature of Evidence in Religion and Natural Science” (Theology & Science 2020), Petteri Nieminen and colleagues compare the use of evidence in religion and science. Their claim is that religious use of evidence is characterized by “experiential” thinking and confirmation bias, which makes integration with science difficult. I argue, however, that their methodology is unreliable and their theory of religious cognition is too simpl…
Divine Design and the Creation-Evolution Debate as Questions for Christian-Muslim Dialogue
Inter-religious discussion on science and religion can help focus on neglected theological and metaphysical aspects. Here, I consider two examples of this: (1) the effect of models of divine action on design arguments, and (2) the effect of theological hermeneutics on the creation-evolution debate. Regarding design arguments, I analyze and respond to Shoaib A. Malik’s four Ashʿari criticisms of the design argument. Regarding theological hermeneut…
On Questioning the Design of Evolution
In The Compatibility of Evolution and Design, I have developed a new account of the compatibility of evolution and design arguments. Intelligent Design proponents Stephen Dilley, Casey Luskin, Brian Miller and Emily Reeves have criticized my proposal, arguing that it is empirically flawed and philosophically self-undermining. Here, I respond to their criticism and extend the arguments of The Compatibility of Evolution and Design. I argue that the…
On astrotheology as natural theology
Astrotheology, the theological engagement with astrobiology and the possibility of extraterrestrial life, has primarily focused on the compatibility of scientific and religious beliefs. However, this article argues that probability and risk assessments play a larger role in the discussion than is commonly recognised, and there is need to learn from the rigour with which natural theological arguments have been evaluated. For instance, the relative…
On Literary Miracles and Social Credibility
The idea that the Qur'an is miraculous is common in Islamic apologetics, but has received little attention in Western philosophy of religion. Despite the common claim that the supposed miracle of the Qur'an is distinct in not requiring testimonial support, testimonial considerations are central for many claims about Qur'anic inimitability. This article clarifies and evaluates the logic of such arguments for the purpose of fostering inter-religiou…
Between horror and utopia
This article examines Yujin Nagasawa’s claim that the problem of evil challenges atheists as well as theists. Nagasawa says many atheists hold a ‘modest optimism’ about life, but this optimism clashes with how the world really is if nature is systemically tied to suffering. I explore this ‘axiological expectation mismatch’ through engagement with two short stories: H. P. Lovecraft’s Call of Cthulhu and Ursula K. Le Guin’s Those Who Walk Away from…
Epistemology (3 works) · Evolution and Science Education (3 works) · Philosophy (3 works) · Islamic Thought and Society Studies (2 works) · Natural science (2 works) · Sociology (2 works) · Atheism (1 works) · Biblical Studies and Interpretation (1 works) · Christianity (1 works) · Christianity (1 works)