Bůh v Newtonově univerzu = God in Newton's universe

This paper examines the theological background of Newton's scientific research. The article begins with the brief survey of the mechanical philosophy of the 17th century: This type of philosophing is often viewed as a deism but the survey of the works of the mechanical philosophers shows that t...

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Subtitles:God in Newton's universe
Main Author: Špelda, Daniel 1976- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:Czech
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Published: Společnost [2003]
In: Religio
Year: 2003, Volume: 11, Issue: 2, Pages: [185]-204
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