Quantum Physics and Theology: An Unexpected Kinship (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780300138405)

One of today's greatest thinkers ponders a surprising set of similarities between two important forms of the search for truth

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 Christology shows with new clarity a common kinship in the search for truth. 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.

Author: John Polkinghorne
ISBN-10: 0300138407
ISBN-13: 9780300138405
Publisher: Yale University Press
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2008
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.50w x 0.40d