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Polkinghorne, J. C., 1930-

Science and religion in quest of truth / John Polkinghorne. - New Haven : Yale University Press, ©2011. - 1 online resource (xiii, 143 pages)

Includes index.

Truth and understanding -- Some lessons from history -- Insights from science -- Theology and science in interactive context -- Motivated Christian belief.

Polkinghorne undertakes a survey of all the major issues at the intersection of science and religion, concentrating on what he considers the essential insights for each. Clearly and without assuming prior knowledge, he addresses causality, cosmology, evolution, consciousness, natural theology, divine providence, revelation, and scripture. --from publisher description.


English.

ISBN: 9780300178395 (electronic bk.) 0300178395 (electronic bk.) 9786613292537 6613292532

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Subjects--Topical Terms:
Religion and science.
Religion and Science
Religion et sciences.
RELIGION--Christian Life--Social Issues.
RELIGION--Christianity--General.
Religion and science.
Religion
Wahrheit
Wissenschaft
Religion.
Naturwissenschaften.
Wahrheit.
Religion och vetenskap.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
Electronic books.

LC Class. No.: BL240.3 / .P6455 2011eb

Dewey Class. No.: 261.5/5