--- product_id: 115494759 title: "Our Idea of God" price: "$U2600" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/115494759-our-idea-of-god store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # Our Idea of God **Price:** $U2600 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Our Idea of God - **How much does it cost?** $U2600 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/115494759-our-idea-of-god) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Our Idea of God [Morris, Thomas V., Morris, Thomas, V.] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Our Idea of God Review: BEST INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHICAL THEOLOGY - I believe Tom V. Morris' Our Idea of God is the best introduction to philosophical theology out there. It covers the key areas of interest with insight, precision and readability. The section on Divine Simplicity alone is worth the cost of the book. It covers the various issues and the debates associated therewith in a fair and balanced way while at the same time providing the reader with direction and a path forward. Tom V. Morris is an incredibly gifted thinker and writer and Our Idea of God is one more masterpiece in his ever growing collection of writings. I strongly recommend this book. Review: Dr. Morris doesn't disappoint. - An excellent introduction to both philosophical theology and perfect being theology. This work by Dr. Morris will give you a philosophically robust concept of God. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,813,903 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2,555 in Religious Philosophy (Books) #21,080 in Christian Theology (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 22 Reviews | ## Images ![Our Idea of God - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612WVdVdx7L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BEST INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHICAL THEOLOGY *by R***I on May 4, 2020* I believe Tom V. Morris' Our Idea of God is the best introduction to philosophical theology out there. It covers the key areas of interest with insight, precision and readability. The section on Divine Simplicity alone is worth the cost of the book. It covers the various issues and the debates associated therewith in a fair and balanced way while at the same time providing the reader with direction and a path forward. Tom V. Morris is an incredibly gifted thinker and writer and Our Idea of God is one more masterpiece in his ever growing collection of writings. I strongly recommend this book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dr. Morris doesn't disappoint. *by S***R on June 17, 2017* An excellent introduction to both philosophical theology and perfect being theology. This work by Dr. Morris will give you a philosophically robust concept of God. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our Idea of God *by K***R on March 10, 2009* Several recent studies remind us of the perennial importance of "our idea of God," the title of Thomas V. Morris's recent work: Our Idea of God: An Introduction to Philosophical Theology (Downer's Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, c. 1991). Designed "as an elementary introduction to philosophical theology," this treatise seeks "to provide an example of how some simple, straightforward philosophical methods of thinking can shed light on theological matters which might otherwise remain obscure" (p. 11). And while the "simplicity" of the presentation might be questioned by those lacking some proficiency in philosophy, Morris's stated intent works itself out in this clear and cogent case for theism. First, one must believe God-talk has merit. Morris examines the claims of those who declare that if God's really an infinite Being we finite beings can never understand Him. Certainly the task must be approached humbly; but the use of analogies and symbols, carefully employed by persons created in God's image, offer us hope as we strive to craft a suitable idea of God. "If God is infinite Mind and has brought into existence minded creatures in his image, then it might be expected that those creatures' minds could grasp something of his existence and nature" (p. 25). Not everything, mind you, but something! While Morris acknowledges the value of various ways of thinking about God (e.g. biblical theology or creation theology) he favors "perfect being theology," settling into the tradition of Anselm, who judged God an infinite Being--"that than which no greater can be conceived." At the heart of this theology is this thesis: "God is a being with the greatest possible array of compossible great-making properties" (p. 35). By careful reasoning, one can move from this core conviction to the conclusion that God is "a thoroughly benevolent conscious agent with unlimited knowledge and power who is the necessarily existent, ontologically independent creative source of all else" (p. 40). Given this concept, Morris first explores God's Goodness. In Boethius' judgment, "'The substance of God consists in nothing but in goodness'" (p. 47), and when we think seriously about it we discover "that beneath the surface of this apparently simple affirmation about God lies a surprising wealth of conceptual commitments" (p. 48). After exploring several of them, Morris then turns, in successive chapters, to questions concerning God's Power, Knowledge, Being, and Eternity, offering insights and clarifications in the process. For example, in his chapter on God's Knowledge, he delves into the ancient argument that omniscience effaces free will. After considering some of the philosophical options, Morris suggests that Luis de Molina's notion of "middle knowledge" pro¬vides a clue for thinkers concerned with preserving both divine foreknowledge and human freedom. (Interested in the resolution? Buy the book and study pp. 92-102!) In chapter eight Morris turns to "The Creation." In Genesis 1:1--"In the beginning, God created"--we find "the key to a distinctively theistic perspective on reality. This one statement captures the heart of a theistic world-view." Still more: "it is no exaggeration to add that it is one of the most important truths about God" (p. 138), a truth concisely worded by Aquinas: "'Anything that exists in any way must necessarily have its origin from God'" (p. 139). The metaphysical doctrine of creation must not be reduced to or confused with scientific hypotheses--physics is not metaphysics! "We are seeking a level of understanding distinct from that promised by any application of the methods of the natural sciences" (p. 140). We seek to discern a divine creativity which is at once free, rational, and good--characteristics of a true Creator. Rightly pursued, "the theist can subsume all things distinct from God under the umbrella of divine creation. The greatest possible being will be the most thorough source of reality imaginable. Everything will testify to his greatness" (p. 158). Our Idea of God is one of those books which makes sense the first time you read it--but you know you must re-read and ponder it to fully appropriate the author's treasures. An associate professor at Notre Dame, Morris writes within the context of modern thought. But he is steeped in the ancient Christian tradition as well. In this treatise he nicely illustrates the worth of philosophical thinking within the context of the Christian faith. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/115494759-our-idea-of-god](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/115494759-our-idea-of-god) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*