Why Science and Faith Belong Together: Stories of Mutual Enrichment - Paperback

by Malcolm A. Jeeves (Author)

As we try to understand ourselves and the world we live in, all too often we look first to science-and then, if gaps remain in our understanding, we try to fill the gaps with reference to God and our faith. Such a "god-of-the-gaps" approach has a long history and is sadly alive and well today. This book was written to provide an alternative approach, posing this basic question: How can educated Christians maintain their intellectual honesty and, at the same time, be faithful both to Scripture and to science? This book provides examples of some of the liveliest "science vs. faith" issues today and suggests ways to think constructively about each of them.

Author Biography

Malcolm A. Jeeves is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at University of St Andrews, Scotland, Past President of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, Scotland's National Academy, and Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences and the British Psychological Society. A pioneer in cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and evolutionary psychology, he is the author of numerous books on science and faith.