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Quantum Physics and Theology: An Unexpected Kinship
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Quantum Physics and Theology: An Unexpected Kinship
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by John Polkinghorne
Sales Rank : 7144
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Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: Yale University Press February 19, 2008
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0300138407
ISBN-13: 978-0300138405
Product Dimensions:
8 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
Product Review
"Polkinghorne explores the underlying truth-seeking connection between science and religion and executes this task with a rare blend of precision and clarity."-Nathan J. Hallanger, The Center for Theology and the Natural Sciences, Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley (Nathan J. Hallanger )
"Polkinghorne's life project is to show that science and religion are two rational structures between which there are significant homologies. It is most fascinating in Quantum Physics and Theology to observe him demonstrate this thesis."- Miroslav Volf, Yale Divinity School (Miroslav Volf )
--This text refers to the
Hardcover
edition.
Product Description
Despite the differences of their subject matter, science and theology have a cousinly relationship, John Polkinghorne contends in his latest thought-provoking book. From his unique perspective as both theoretical physicist and Anglican priest, Polkinghorne considers aspects of quantum physics and theology and demonstrates that the two truth-seeking enterprises are engaged in analogous rational techniques of inquiry. His exploration of the deep connections between science and theology shows with new clarity a common kinship in the search for truth.
The author identifies and explores key similarities in quantum physics and Christology. Among the many parallels he identifies are patterns of historical development in quantum physics and in Christology; wrestling with perplexities such as quantum interpretation and the problem of evil; and the drive for an overarching view in the Grand Unified Theories of physics and in Trinitarian theology. Both theology and science are propelled by a desire to understand the world through experienced reality, and Polkinghorne explains that their viewpoints are by no means mutually exclusive.
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