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Science and Theology:

An Introduction
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Soc. for Promoting Christian Knowledge, Jan 1, 1998 - Religion - 144 pages
In this short masterpiece, eminent scientist and theologian John Polkinghorne offers an accessible, yet authoritative, introduction to the stimulating field of science and theology. After surveying their volatile historical relationship, he leads the reader through the whole array of questions at the nexus of the scientific and religious quests. A lucid and lively writer, Polkinghorne provides a marvelously clear overview of the major elements of current science (including quantum theory, chaos theory, time, and cosmology). He then offers a concise outline of the character of religion and shows the joint potential of science of religion to illumine some of the thorniest issues in theology today: creation, the nature of knowledge, human and divine identity and agency. Polkinghorne aptly demonstrates that a sturdy faith has nothing to fear and much to gain from an intellectually honest appraisal of the new horizons of contemporary science.

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Sir John Polkinghorne attempts to give a short survey of some of the recent advances in both fields in this book. He brings us up to date on the frontiers of science in areas such as quantum mechanics ... Read full review

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User Review  - Nate - Goodreads

Polkinghorn has some really good things to say about the merging of the fields of science and Theology. He does however favor/emphasize science over the the central doctrines of Christian Theology one ... Read full review

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About the author (1998)

 
John C. Polknghorne is an Anglican priest, past president of Queens’ College, Cambridge University, and former professor of mathematical physics at Cambridge. Polkinghorne resigned his chair in physics to study for the Anglican priesthood. After completing his theological studies and serving at parishes, he returned to Cambridge. In 1997, Dr. Polkinghorne was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for distinguished service to science, religion, learning, and medical ethics. He was the recipient of the 2002 Templeton Prize. He lives in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

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TitleScience and Theology: An Introduction
AuthorJ. C. Polkinghorne
Editionillustrated
PublisherSoc. for Promoting Christian Knowledge, 1998
ISBN0800631536, 9780800631536
Length144 pages
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Religion / Christian Theology / General
Religion / Religion & Science
Religion / Theology
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