"Of course, Einstein was a very great scientist indeed, and I have enormous respect for him, and great admiration for the discoveries he made. But he was very committed to a view of the objectivity of the physical world."
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John Polkinghorne was a distinguished English theoretical physicist and Anglican priest, whose life bridged the realms of science and faith. Born on October 16, 1930, in Weston-super-Mare, he earned acclaim for his work in particle physics before embracing theology, which culminated in his ordination in 1982. Polkinghorne's contributions extend beyond academia; he authored numerous books exploring the dialogue between science and religion, making profound insights into the compatibility of both fields. His legacy remains a testament to the harmonious relationship between faith and rational inquiry.
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"Science cannot tell theology how to construct a doctrine of creation, but you can't construct a doctrine of creation without taking account of the age of the universe and the evolutionary character of cosmic history."
John Polkinghorne"I also think we need to maintain distinctions - the doctrine of creation is different from a scientific cosmology, and we should resist the temptation, which sometimes scientists give in to, to try to assimilate the concepts of theology to the concepts of science."
John Polkinghorne