Evolution and "Creatio Continua" – from the Conflict to the Integration Cover Image

Evolúcia a "creatio continua" - od konfliktu k integrácii
Evolution and "Creatio Continua" – from the Conflict to the Integration

Author(s): Miroslav Karaba
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion
Published by: Teologická fakulta Trnavskej univerzity
Keywords: evolution;Neo-Darwinism;divine action;creation

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the paper is to characterize four types of relationship between science and religion (conflict, independence, dialogue and integration) in the context of modern evolution theory (Neo-Darwinism). The conflict version is presented by view, where the intellectual integrity avoids us to be both a theist and Neo-Darwinist (Dawkins, Behe). No conflict between science and religion can occur if they are completely independent enterprises that differ in their methods, domains, and functions in human life (Gould, Stoeger). Dialogue goes beyond this limitations and exploring conceptual parallels between evolutionary theory and theological doctrines (Prigogine, Kauffman), while integration represents more systematic and extensive kind of partnership between science and religion (Peacocke, Polkinghorne).

  • Issue Year: 7/2016
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 21-31
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: Slovak