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- Title
SHOULD A CHRISTIAN ADOPT METHODOLOGICAL NATURALISM?
- Authors
Torrance, Andrew B.
- Abstract
It has become standard practice for scientists to avoid the possibility of references to God by adopting methodological naturalism (MN), a method that assumes that the reality of the universe, as it can be accessed by empirical enquiry, is to be explained solely with recourse to natural phenomena. In this essay, I critique the Christian practice of this method, arguing that a Christian's practices should always reflect her belief that the universe is created and sustained by the triune God. This leads me to contend that the Christian should adopt a theologically humble approach to the sciences (instead of MN), with which she humbly acknowledges that special divine action is not discernible by empirical science. To further my critique, I consider three ways in which the practice of MN can be particularly problematic for Christianity.
- Subjects
CHRISTIANITY; NATURALISM; BONHOEFFER, Dietrich, 1906-1945; CREATION; JESUS Christ
- Publication
Zygon: Journal of Religion & Science, 2017, Vol 52, Issue 3, p691
- ISSN
0591-2385
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/zygo.12363