...Villavicencio BS Management 1 Communication Skills 2 Science and Religion Science without religion is lame and religion without science is blind. This is a famous line quoted by Albert Einstein. Way back in time during the last century, it was widely held that there was an irreconcilable conflict between knowledge and faith. Even until the modern period, different opinions on this speculation prevailed among advanced minds. Both the method and aims of science and religion seem to be different. While science is linked to the material, religion is concerned with the spiritual. Science deals with the world that we know and could be understood by the senses. It relies in the study of processes, forces, and development of nature, which is based on the analysis of evidence through laboratory works and series of actual experiments. Scientists believe that various processes and events we observe take place due to natural causes instead of some divine forces. Moreover, science is precise, and the matters of morality, spirituality, and holiness lie beyond its areas of interest. On the other hand, religion begins where science ends. It is closely connected to faith that is a profound concept in Christianity. The main bases of religion is often revelations reflected from the holy bible and given by a deity that is either traditionally transmitted from elders to their offspring, or revealed to the believers in the process of prayer. Religion believes more on the spiritual and divine aspects...
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...and abstract, forming a definition is not a challenge; however the question, “What is ‘religion’?” has spurred millions upon millions of definitions from countless people who can be divided into two categories; insider or outsider. In Gary Kessler’s book, Studying Religion, Kessler does not preach his own views of religion; instead he teaches readers how to be a sympathetic outsider, while studying the practices and religion of an insider, among many other aspects that make up the foundation of religion. After reading portions of Kessler’s book, I would confidently say that although I do not incorporate a religion into my personal life, Kessler’s writings have influenced me to become a better student of the aspects of religion that he writes about, including sacred power and spirituality as well. If you had asked me to define religion ten years ago, I would have said that I was a Christian, I go to church at my school every Friday, and that I believe that Jesus Christ gave his life for my sins. It seems like a very standard response, albeit it does not necessarily answer the question, but more importantly is the context of my answer. Throughout my young adulthood, from kindergarten till sixth grade, my parents put me in private, Christian schools to get my education. Because of this, I incorporated school with religion and vice versa, so I guess you could say that I never found religion independently, nor did I...
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...no intelligible pattern or combination. Applied usage in science, mathematics and statistics recognizes a lack of predictability when referring to randomness, but admits regularities in the occurrences of events whose outcomes are not certain. For example, when throwing two dice and counting the total, we can say that a sum of 7 will randomly occur twice as often as 4. This view, where randomness simply refers to situations where the certainty of the outcome is at issue, applies to concepts of chance, probability, and information entropy. In these situations, randomness implies a measure of uncertainty, and notions of haphazardness are irrelevant. The fields of mathematics, probability, and statistics use formal definitions of randomness. In statistics, a random variable is an assignment of a numerical value to each possible outcome of an event space. This association facilitates the identification and the calculation of probabilities of the events. A random process is a sequence of random variables describing a process whose outcomes do not follow a deterministic pattern, but follow an evolution described by probability distributions. These and other constructs are extremely useful in probability theory. Randomness is often used in statistics to signify well-defined statistical properties. Monte Carlo methods, which rely on random input, are important techniques in science, as, for instance, in computational science.[2] Random selection is a method of selecting items (often...
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...E. O. Wilson is quoted saying “Science and religion are the two most powerful forces in the world. Having them at odds is not productive.” Religion is found everywhere. Religion is defined as “a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe” (“religion”). Everyone puts their faith and trust into something. Most people would not put the idea of religion and the genre of science fiction in the same category, but these two ideas are intertwined. In Charles Darwin’s book The Origin of Species, he stated that creation was “originally breathed [to life] by the Creator” (Connor 368). Even a well-known scientist such as Darwin included ideas of religion in his theories. Science fiction has elements within that can...
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...town’s prosperity due to the port town success; they felt like their devoted way of life was being threatened by the port towns so called worldliness(,). The contributing factors of the witch trials cause are either religion, hysteria, fungus or a mix of...
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...Scientology Scientology started as a religion in the early 1950s called Dianetics, invented by the founder of Scientology, self-proclaimed Doctor L. Ron Hubbard; the Doctor in front of his name is short for “Doctor of Scientology.” Hubbard at the time was a science fiction writer, famous for publishing under multiple pen names because his work was so entertaining (Phelan). As Hubbard’s life fell into turmoil he made the jump from a Science Fiction Writer; to religious leader. Dianetics focused on, “offering an alternative path to overcoming physical and mental stress,” as opposed to the normal way, of psychology or psychiatry (Church of Scientology). Dianetics also was referred to by Hubbard as, “an organized science of thought built on definite...
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...France, The Honorable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons, The Grande Loge Féminine de France, the various Order of Odd Fellows, and The Order of the Eastern Star. Fraternities can be organized for many purposes, including university education, work skills, ethics, ethnicity, religion, politics, charity, chivalry, other standards of personal conducts, asceticism, service, performing arts, family command of territory, and even crime. The is almost always an explicit goal of mutual support, and while there have been fraternal orders for the well-off there also have been many fraternities for those in the lower ranks of society, especially for national or religious minorities. Trade unions also grew out of fraternities such as “The Knights of Labors”. The ability to organize freely, apart from the institutions of government and religion, was a fundamental part and the establishment of the modern world. In living the Enlightenment, Margaret C. Jacobs showed the development of Jurgen Habermas’ “public space” in the 17th century Netherlands was closely related was closely related to the establishment of Lodges of Freemasons. Objectives: * What are the reasons why students join fraternity? * What are the advantages and disadvantages of joining fraternity? * What are the fraternities’ influence on social civic awareness among the AB Political Science students in Western Mindanao State University? * What are the new evidences on the effects of Fraternity...
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...Three Issues Considered The first question I will address is “Are science and philosophy closely interrelated, or are they different in their goals and methods? Science supposes that there is only one proper basis of knowledge, it is experiment and rational analysis of nature. Philosophy tends to say that there are many ways of understanding, just as there are many forms of knowledge and many beginnings of that knowledge. In the beginning there were sciences but no actual scientist. They were all known as philosophers. Philosophy invented intellectual thought and rigorous reasoning which in turn is what invented the sciences. Philosophy continues to influence science by questioning the science's weaknesses. Some people think that the sciences can stand apart from philosophy. That philosophy is all questions, never giving a real answer. Where as, science is a methodology that is based on research and experimentation. “The specific sciences cannot and should not break their connections with true philosophy” (Spirkin, A.). By doing this they would have no questions for them to research and experiment. According to Wolff, the Milesians who are considered philosophers were also scientist. Thales who is known as the first philosopher was an astronomer. By his knowledge of the stars he could predict the weather (Wolff, 14). “Following Thales were the Milesians Anaximander and Anaximenes, who expanded and developed speculative theories about the basic components of nature and...
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...People’s Belief in Ghost Have you ever walked down a dark alley at midnight? If so, maybe you started hearing strange sounds or voices without seeing someone there. Suddenly, a dog starts barking at nothing and you felt a cold shiver down your backbone for no apparent reason. If you experienced these things, it could be a good reason to believe in ghosts. Theoretically, a ghost is the soul of a person who has died and somehow has gotten stuck between two worlds. Normally, they do not know that they are dead and they still live amongst us. A ghost can be perceived by the senses of living people, such as by sight (apparition), hearing (sound, voice) and touch. Many stories have documented that ghosts are real but many people think they are just people’s illusions. Ghost is a popular topic throughout the millennium. They have appeared in numerous works and art forms, from the play “Macbeth” by Shakespeare to the Christian Bible and even some folk ghost stories have been released. The existence of ghosts was still a big mystery of mankind over hundreds of years. Some people believe in ghosts while others do not. To convince people of the existence of ghosts, there are several stories that can be told. One of them is the United States White House’s haunted story. The White House, where the United States President lives and work, has long been considered as the worst haunted place in that country. Harry Truman, America’s 33rd president, had affirmed that...
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...company goals. The American Association for the Advancement of Science follows the mission statement of “advance science engineering, and innovations throughout the world for the benefit of all people.” (American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2015) By following company goals, this statement can be reinforced. What are the organization’s goals and how are they tied to its ethical principles? There are 9 main goals the AAAS strive to achieve, they are the following: Enhance communication among scientists, engineers, and the public; Promote and defend the integrity of science and its use; Strengthen support for the science and technology enterprise; Provide a voice for science on societal issues; Promote the responsible use of science in public policy; Strengthen and diversify the science and technology workforce; Foster education in science and technology for everyone; Increase public engagement with science and technology; and advance international cooperation in science. Many ethical values correlate with the companies goals. By enhancing communication skills and strengthening support, they strive to benefit the company as well as society. One of the company goals is to be a voice for science, which means they must follow values that are in the best interest of the people. By promoting education in science for everyone, they prove that they have ethical values for all humans who have a passion for science. The company tries to increase public engagement, which only...
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...It is normal to underestimate the power of philosophy. It is a social science that has lost influence in the 21st Century because many do not understand how this science can help humans achieve true happiness. Though philosophy is a heavy subject, it is the science with the most results regarding human nature and knowledge. Philosophy offers guidance to understand human behavior as well as to question our presence and our real role in society. It is one of the leading social sciences because many world leaders have tried to grasp it and understand the meaning of it thus showing how important it is to study philosophy. Nevertheless, not only should world leaders study philosophy but also everyone should be aware of the different philosophical teachings in order to differentiate well from wrongdoing. It is no surprise that philosophers understood ethics and politics before others, therefore showing the depth and practicality of philosophy as well as defining academia. Philosophy should not only be considered a social science but also a lifestyle; to better explain, philosophy is applicable in the daily routine as well as in the professional world making it both a theoretical and pragmatic. As a lifestyle, philosophers focused on how philosophy could be applicable to the daily life to improve one’s being. One of the main philosophies, still applicable today, and serves as guide for those looking for a healthier life is Confucianism. This philosophical ideology analyzes ethics,...
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...I also made some good memories with SOS kids with whom I got in touch when I along with other “Teach for a change” project volunteers used to teach orphans at SOS village Islamabad and while organizing a Bonfire on every New year for them. I just completed my graduation and got admission in Florida International University, USA for Masters in Computer Science where I have got a chance to represent Pakistan in a better way. At the end of my story as being a Hindu, I want to say that I am happy living in Pakistan and I don't have anything against Muslims living here. It saddens me when I see people fighting on religion and casts, talking ill about each other’s religions. Why is this so? We all are born humans and we didn’t bring this hatred inborn in us. In fact it’s the society that builds it up. I am Anjli Chhtwani a proud Hindu living a respectful and blessed life and I surely will promote my culture in USA and will try to change people’s opinion about Pakistan there. I have one of the best memories in Pakistan and I got to learn a lot from people over...
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...Science and Religion can coexist. PHI 103 July 15, 2013 Science and Religion can coexist. As far back as the history of humankind can assert, human beings have had a desire and an affinity to search for the truth. Human beings want to know about the truth behind the world and its existence. Human beings begin to seek and provide answers to questions asked through the distinctly different disciplines known as science and religion. However, science and religion are not as separate as one might be lead to believe. Both minister towards humankind's craving for the truth. While Science and religious beliefs are complete opposites they can complement each other allowing them to coexist with little conflict. Religion can provide an explanation when science is unable to do so and science provides an explanation where religion is unable to do so. If the assumption is that science and religion are incompatible, then it simply means that it is highly unreasonable to accept simultaneously the claims of modern science and the claims made by religious doctrine. The initial premise that one might think is that these two would more than often contradict each other, however, science exist to explain the natural world, that is, the world around us. Religion tends to explain the purpose and meaning behind the natural world. It is the difference between physical and spiritual realities that each represents and tries to explain. As science focuses on the physical truth, religion...
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...logical descriptions of the philosophy. Biography is optional. 2. Give any comparison you consider interesting. Pro/Con Philosophers 3. Your personal opinion about this philosophy. David Hume 1 Biography 1711 – 1776 Scottish Philosopher Self-Proclaimed Agnostic Did not believe we could answer the question, “Does God exist?” Exiled and moved to France Leading thinker in European enlightenment Wrote treaties on ethics, knowledge, religion, and human nature. Was called, “Good David”, remarkably kind and humorous, or the Scottish Skeptic Essay, “Of Self-Love” Essay, “Moral Distinction not Derived from Reason” All action is motivated by selfishness, or “self-love”. This claim in psychological egoism is at odds with our regular experiences with people In which we act with “such affections as love, friendship, compassion, and gratitude”. Reducing things down to one cause may work in natural sciences, but it is unnecessary and inaccurate in the human sciences. In “Moral Distinctions not Derived from Reason”, argues that morality is not based solely on pure rationality, but on our “sentiments,” Sentiments – Our feelings of acceptance or disapproval. Thus, moral thinking is also moral *feeling* Supported by examining cases of moral “turpitude” 1. Incest 2. Murder 3. Ingratitude “To [even] the most careless observer, there appear to be such dispositions as benevolence and generosity, such affects...
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...An American Journey through Religion Throughout history man has attempted to makes sense of his existence. Allah, God, Krishna, Mother Nature or Zeus, are but a few names given to divine beings said to govern the natural order of things. Varied nomenclature aside, the beliefs and practices religion imparts on its followers are far important. Missionaries provide aid to the impoverished, extremist murder thousands and everything else in between has been attributed to the observance of some set of religious influence. Many are born into a religious denomination, and remain faithful without question. However, others find their theological journey is not as certain and must seek out personal truths to define their understanding of the cosmos. Millions of Americans find this particularly true, who by law, fortunately have the freedom to choose any religion they see fit. Unfortunately, freedom of religion is a privilege many Americans often taken for granted. Nevertheless, an individual has the opportunity to discover their own interpretation of a higher power (or powers), in order to better explain their world and their supporting role. Art, literature and philosophy have been used for thousands of years to express and inspire religious conviction. An examination of ideology and the...
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