God and the Scientist
Exploring the Work of John Polkinghorne
By Christopher C. Knight, Fraser Watts | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
This book presents a celebration, survey and critique of the theological work of arguably the most important and most widely-read contributor to the modern dialogue between science and theology: John Polkinghorne. Including a major survey by Polkinghorne himself of his life's work in theology, this book draws together contributors from among the most important voices in the science-theology dialogue today to focus on key aspects of Polkinghorne's work, with Polkinghorne providing responses. Anybody exploring contemporary aspects of the science-religion debate will find this book invaluable.
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This book presents a celebration, survey and critique of the theological work of arguably the most important and most widely-read contributor to the modern dialogue between science and theology: John Polkinghorne. Including a major survey by Polkinghorne himself of his life's work in theology, this book draws together contributors from among the most important voices in the science-theology dialogue today to focus on key aspects of Polkinghorne's work, with Polkinghorne providing responses. Anybody exploring contemporary aspects of the science-religion debate will find this book invaluable.
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What is God and the Scientist about?
This book presents a celebration, survey and critique of the theological work of arguably the most important and most widely-read contributor to the modern dialogue between science and theology: John Polkinghorne. Including a major survey by Polkinghorne himself of his life's work in theology, this book draws together contributors from among the most important voices in the science-theology dialogue today to focus on key aspects of Polkinghorne's work, with Polkinghorne providing responses. Anybody exploring contemporary aspects of the science-religion debate will find this book invaluable.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in God and the Scientist?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Religion: general > Religious issues and debates > Religion and science
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You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317126690
Is God and the Scientist part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Routledge Science and Religion Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book God and the Scientist?
Christopher C. Knight, Fraser Watts
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
God and the Scientist is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317126690) and pdf(ISBN 9781317126706)