Taking Theology and Science Seriously Without Category Mistakes: A Response to Ian Barbour
Abstract. In my response to Ian Barbour's criticisms, I first argue for the anthropological dimensions and contextuality of any theology. Next I examine and criticize Barbour's thesis that I am an in-compatibilist about divine action. Finally I illustrate the fact that I see genuine opport...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley-Blackwell
2008
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B primary and secondary causality B Paul Bloom B Justin Barrett B Divine Action B compatibil-ism B Ian Barbour B evolutionary explanations of religion |
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| Summary: | Abstract. In my response to Ian Barbour's criticisms, I first argue for the anthropological dimensions and contextuality of any theology. Next I examine and criticize Barbour's thesis that I am an in-compatibilist about divine action. Finally I illustrate the fact that I see genuine opportunities for a dialogue between theologians and scientists without apologetics, category mistakes, or relegating theology to the fringes of science, by pointing to evolutionary explanations of religion. |
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| ISSN: | 1467-9744 |
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-9744.2008.00912.x |