[PDF] Understanding Religion And Science eBook

Author : John Polkinghorne
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 31,74 MB
Release : 2008-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0300130678

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divdivIn this captivating book, one of the most highly regarded scientist-theologians of our time explores aspects of the interaction of science and theology. John Polkinghorne defends the place of theology in the university (it is part of the human search for truth) and discusses the role of revelation in religion (it is a record of experience and not the communication of unchallengeable propositions). Throughout his thought-provoking conversation, Polkinghorne speaks with an honesty and openness that derives from his many years of experience in scientific research. A central concern of Polkinghorne’s collection of writings is to reconcile what science can say about the processes of the universe with theology’s belief in a God active within creation. The author examines two related concepts in depth. The first is the divine self-limitation involved in creation that leads to an important reappraisal of the traditional claim that God does not act as a cause among causes. The other is the nature of time and God’s involvement with it, an issue that Polkinghorne shows can link metascience and theological understandings. In the final section of the book, the author reviews three centuries of the science and theology debate and assesses the work of major contemporary contributors to the discussion: Wolfhart Pannenberg, Thomas Torrance, and Paul Davies. He also considers why the science-theology discussion has for several centuries been a particular preoccupation of the English. /DIV/DIV

Author : Mariano Artigas
Publisher : Human Kinetics 1
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 31,20 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781890151546

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The Mind of the Universe, written by a philosopher and physicist, provides a study in which a competent presentation of physical discoveries is combined with a rational search for philosophical presuppositions of science. An important contribution to the dialogue between religion and science, it will inspire new attempts at bridging science and philosophy in their common search for the hidden meaning of the new scientific theories.

Author : Michael Horace Barnes
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 23,6 MB
Release : 2010-05-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441118160

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Fully comprehensive textbook covering the issues, methods and relations between religion and science throughout history and up To The modern day.

Author : Nancy Morvillo
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 15,1 MB
Release : 2010-03-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781444317305

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From the heliocentric controversy and evolution, to debates onbiotechnology and the environment, this book offers a balancedintroduction to the key issues in science and religion. A balanced, introductory textbook which fully spans theinterface between science and religion, and includes illustrationsof scientific concepts throughout Explores key historical issues, including the heliocentriccontroversy, and evolution, but also topics of current importance,such as biotechnology and environmental issues Appendices include a wide range of biblical readings; excerptsfrom early philosophers, theologians and scientists, includingAristotle, Aquinas, Hume, Kant, Galileo, Newton, and Darwin; andshort works from twentieth and twenty-first century scientists andtheologians Accessibly structured in to sections covering cosmology,evolution, and ethics in a scientific age Provides significant coverage of scientific information andbalanced explanations of the key debates for introductorystudents

Author : Frederick Temple
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 50,57 MB
Release : 2023-10-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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The Relations Between Religion and Science by Frederick Temple: In this theological work, Frederick Temple, an eminent figure in the Church of England, addresses the complex relationship between religion and science. Drawing from his background as a theologian and a scientist, Temple explores the compatibility of religious beliefs and scientific discoveries, fostering a dialogue that encourages harmonious coexistence between faith and reason. Key Aspects of the Book "The Relations Between Religion and Science": Science and Theology: The book delves into the interface between scientific inquiry and religious belief, seeking common ground and mutual understanding. Religious Philosophy: Temple discusses the philosophical aspects of religious doctrines and their intersection with scientific knowledge. Harmony and Coexistence: "The Relations Between Religion and Science" advocates for a harmonious relationship between religious faith and scientific discoveries, promoting a balanced perspective that respects both realms of inquiry. Frederick Temple (1821-1902) was an English churchman and academic who served as the Archbishop of Canterbury from 1896 until his death. A theologian and educator, Temple was known for his efforts to reconcile theological teachings with the advancements of science and scholarship. He emphasized the importance of reasoned inquiry and critical thinking in matters of faith, making his theological works significant contributions to the dialogue between religion and science.

Author : Benson Saler
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 46,53 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 3110218658

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Since its founding by Jacques Waardenburg in 1971, Religion and Reason has been a leading forum for contributions on theories, theoretical issues and agendas related to the phenomenon and the study of religion. Topics include (among others) category formation, comparison, ethnophilosophy, hermeneutics, methodology, myth, phenomenology, philosophy of science, scientific atheism, structuralism, and theories of religion. From time to time the series publishes volumes that map the state of the art and the history of the discipline.

Author : John C. Polkinghorne
Publisher : Templeton Foundation Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 39,43 MB
Release : 2009-07-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1599472163

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John C. Polkinghorne, internationally renowned priest-scientist, addresses fundamental questions about how scientific and theological worldviews relate to each other in this, the second volume (originally published in 1988) of his trilogy, which also included Science and Providence and One World. Dr. Polkinghorne illustrates how a scientifically minded person approaches the task of theological inquiry, postulating that there exists a close analogy between theory and experiment in science and belief and understanding in theology. He offers a fresh perspective on such questions as: Are we witnessing today a revival a natural theology—the search for God through the exercise of reason and the study of nature? How do the insights of modern physics into the interlacing of order and disorder relate to the Christian doctrine of Creation? What is the relationship between mind and matter? Polkinghorne states that the "remarkable insights that science affords us into the intelligible workings of the world cry out for an explanation more profound than that which it itself can provide. Religion, if it is to take seriously its claim that the world is the creation of God, must be humble enough to learn from science what that world is actually like.The dialogue between them can only be mutually enriching."

Author : Allen A. Sweet
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 11,68 MB
Release : 2012-09-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781475930580

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Many of the seven billion people who live on the earth look to either science or religion as the ultimate source of authority in their lives. But why must there be a conflict between the two? Why cant science and religion support each other? The Unity of Truth shows why and how it makes perfect sense for science and religion to be mutually supportive. Beginning with the accepted truths of modern science and the beliefs of traditional Christianity, authors Allen A. Sweet, C. Frances Sweet, and Fritz Jaensch use their diverse expertise to deliver a deeper level of understanding of the ways in which science and religion can coexist. Relying on a thorough knowledge of physics, theology, and mathematics, this study addresses the paradox of how God communicates with our material world without violating any of the laws of science. Individual chapters discuss some of the most popular quandaries associated with combining science and religion. In addition, it considers the beginning and end of our universe, the evolution of life, and the meaning of human emotions from the scientific and theological perspectives, thus pushing understanding to a higher plateau of wisdom. Rational and devoid of rhetoric, The Unity of Truth seeks to help resolve the ongoing battle between religion and science, delivering a thoughtful narrative designed to open minds and hearts.

Author : Joshua M. Moritz
Publisher : Anselm Academic Christian Brothers Pub.
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,41 MB
Release : 2016
Category : Religion and science
ISBN : 9781599827155

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"One of the many virtues of Joshua Moritz's well-structured and wide-ranging introduction to the relation between science and religion is its resourceful use of historical scholarship to illuminate the origins and demonstrate the limitations of an all-pervasive conflict model. Ambitious and controversial in its bid to replace conflict with peace at every opportunity, Science and Religion will be accessible and stimulating for a general audience, as well as constituting what will prove to be a successful student text." --John Hedley Brooke University of Oxford What happens when religious faith meets scientific facts? Many believe that conflict defines the relationship between science and religion, especially the Christian religion. But the war between faith and science is a myth--a very popular myth--that has endured for too long. By investigating the root of this myth and reexamining its classic stories, Science and Religion: Beyond Warfare and Toward Understanding offers a more accurate relationship between science and religion. With a focus on Christianity, the text explores causes of contemporary conflicts and cases in which science and religion have interacted in mutually beneficial ways to demonstrate that, in the relationship between science and religion, harmony is more common than discord. Joshua M. Moritz is a lecturer of philosophical theology and natural science at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley and an adjunct professor of philosophy at the University of San Francisco.