Quantum physics and theology : an unexpected kinship /

Polkinghorne, John. C., 1930-2021

Quantum physics and theology : an unexpected kinship / - New Haven ; London : Yale University Press, ©2007 - xv, 112 pages ; 22 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index

The search for truth -- Comparative heuristics -- Lessons from history -- Conceptual exploration -- Cousins

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. --from publisher description

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Religion and science
Quantum theory
Theology

BL265.P4 / P58 2007