Evolution and Christian Faith: Reflections of an Evolutionary Biologist
Author: Joan Roughgarden Manufacturer: Island Press Keywords: Biology ISBN: 1597260983
Book description "I'm an evolutionary biologist and a Christian, " states Stanford professor Joan Roughgarden at the outset of her groundbreaking new book, Evolution and Christian Faith: Reflections of an Evolutionary Biologist. From that perspective, she has written an eloquent and persuasive discourse on reconciling evolutionary biology and the Bible.Perhaps only someone with Roughgarden's unique academic standing could examine so well controversial issues such as the teaching of intelligent design in public schools, or the potential flaws in Darwin's theory of evolution. Certainly Roughgarden is uniquely suited to reference both the minutiae of scientific processes and the implication of Biblical verses.
Book review: In an age of polarization, a voice for constructive dialogue In an age of polarization Evolution and Christian Faith is an invaluable tool in the effort to promote a thoughtful, nuanced dialogue between religion and science. In layperson's terms Roughgarden… This was an impressive book. Dr. Roughgarden has a thorough knowledge of biology and applies Biblical texts in an innovative and intriguing manner. Unfortunately her approach has a bit of the idiot… |
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