Religion and science: the basics
Religion and science are arguably the two most powerful social forces in the world today; however, they are widely perceived to be in irreconcilable conflict. This unique book provides an introduction to the crucial ongoing questions and arguments in this controversial field. Examining critical arguments through thematic debates, the author, renowned expert Philip Clayton, presents a balanced response to essential issues includinc. Science or religion, or science and religion? Intelligent Des…
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Religion and science are arguably the two most powerful social forces in the world today; however, they are widely perceived to be in irreconcilable conflict. This unique book provides an introduction to the crucial ongoing questions and arguments in this controversial field. Examining critical arguments through thematic debates, the author, renowned expert Philip Clayton, presents a balanced response to essential issues includinc.
Science or religion, or science and religion?
Intelligent Design vs. the New Atheists.
The role of scientific and religious ethics -designer drugs, Al, and stem cell research.
The future of science and the future of religion.
Viewpoints from a range of world religions and different scientific disciplines are explored, making this book essential reading for all those wishing to formulate their own questions and opinions about this much debated subject.
Edition Statements
- Publication Date:2012.
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):Routledge
- Place of Publication:London
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2012.
The Physical Object
- Description:1 online resource (xi, 189 pages)
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9781136640674, 1136640673, 9780203804445, 0203804449, 1283462362, 9781283462365
- oclc:ocn782916632
- LC Classification:BL240.3
- Dewey Decimal:201/.65
Table of Contents
The basic question : science or religion, or science and religion? -- The two most famous foes : intelligent design versus the new atheists -- Science and the world's religions -- Physics -- Biology and the human sciences -- The neurosciences -- Science, technology, and ethics : research -- Science, technology, and ethics : applications -- The future of science and religion.
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