Can a Darwinian be a Christian?
The Relationship between Science and Religion
- Author: Michael Ruse, Florida State University
- Date Published: November 2004
- availability: Available
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521637169
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This book, first published in 2000, adopts a balanced perspective on the subject to offer a serious examination of both Darwinism and Christianity. He covers a wide range of topics, from the Scopes Monkey Trial to claims about the religious significance of extraterrestrials. He deals with major figures in the current science/religion debate and considers in detail the claims of the new creationism, revealing some surprising parallels between Darwinian materialists and traditional thinkers such as St. Augustine. Michael Ruse argues that, although it is at times difficult for a Darwinian to embrace Christian belief, it is by no means inconceivable. At the same time he suggests ways in which a Christian believer should have no difficulty accepting evolution in general, and Darwinism in particular.
Read more- Only book on this topic for the general reader - written in a lively, engaging manner
- Balanced, well-informed perspective from a Darwinian who takes religion seriously
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'By concentrated argument around a number of themes, the origin of life, the soul, design, miracles, pain, ethics, social Darwinism, he manages to throw real light on the complexity of the issues, while suggesting how different standpoints might be reconciled. Ruse's grasp of the subject, clarity of exposition, fair-mindedness and light touch make it a thoroughly stimulating exercise.' Times Literary Supplement
See more reviews'… Ruse's book serves an important role - building bridges for people who otherwise might not be interested in exploring 'win-win' as opposed to 'win-lose' relationships between science and religion. The argument is spry and engaging.' Nature
'Ruse's fine book contributes significantly to the contemporary dialogue of science and religion. Filled with useful information and sparkling wit, it will provide scientists, theologians and lay readers with the opportunity to think in fresh ways about God, Christianity and evolution.' Commonweal
'Michael Ruse's book is an astonishing contribution … It astonishes because of the bravado of its thesis.' London Review of Books
'Professor Ruse writes with grace and style … he can be credited with a book and theme of contemporary as well as historical significance.' Contemporary Review
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- Date Published: November 2004
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521637169
- length: 256 pages
- dimensions: 223 x 150 x 18 mm
- weight: 0.35kg
- contains: 11 b/w illus.
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
Prologue
1. Darwinism
2. Christianity
3. Origins
4. Humans
5. Naturalism
6. Design
7. Pain
8. Extraterrestrials
9. Christian ethics
10. Social Darwinism
11. Social biology
12. Freedom and determinism
Epilogue.Instructors have used or reviewed this title for the following courses
- Science as a Cultural Force
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