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: david.anzaloneremove-this.@remove-this.unilu.ch 

Zoom link and Registration here

Program, April 10 (Room 3. B 58/ Zoom)

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

Scientific Committee:

R.T. Mullins
Dario Affronti
David Anzalone
Ali Taghavinasab

This conference is an initiative of the Online Master's in Philosophy, Theology and Religions (PhilTeR) and of the Centre for Theology and Philosophy of Religions.