Can a scientist believe in God? Does the ongoing debate between some evolutionists and evangelicals show that the two sides are irreconcilable? As a paleontologist and a religious believer, Robert Asher constantly confronts the perceived conflict between his occupation and his faith. In the course of his scientific work, he has found that no other theory comes close to Darwin's as an explanation for our world's incredible biodiversity. Recounting discoveries in molecular biology, paleontology and development, Asher reveals the remarkable evidence in favor of Darwinian evolution. In outlining the scope of Darwin's idea, Asher shows how evolution describes the cause of biodiversity, rather than the agency behind it. He draws a line between superstition and religion, recognizing that atheism is not the inevitable conclusion of evolutionary theory. By liberating evolution from its misappropriated religious implications, Asher promotes a balanced awareness that contributes to our understanding of biology and Earth history.



Zusammenfassung
Asher draws on his experiences as a paleontologist and a religious believer, arguing that science does not contradict religious belief.
Titel
Evolution and Belief
Untertitel
Confessions of a Religious Paleontologist
EAN
9781139234061
ISBN
978-1-139-23406-1
Format
E-Book (epub)
Veröffentlichung
23.02.2012
Digitaler Kopierschutz
Adobe-DRM
Jahr
2012
Untertitel
Englisch