Astrophilosophy, Exotheology, and Cosmic Religion: Extraterrestrial Life in a Process Universe

This collection explores the relationship between process philosophy and astrobiology, extraterrestrial life, and cosmic religion, addressing questions such as universal creative evolution, the primacy of organisms, temporality, novelty, value, and mind. It considers the implications of process thinkers for philosophies, theologies, and religions beyond Earth, advancing discussions in astrobiology, cosmology, evolution, and philosophical topics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 574 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2024
Publisher: Lexington Books

Astrophilosopy,Exotheology,and Cosmic Religion: Extraterrestrial Life in a Process Universe delves into the captivating realm of astrobiology, extraterrestrial life, and their profound implications within the framework of Alfred North Whitehead's process philosophy and the related process philosophies of Henri Bergson, Teilhard de Chardin, and others. This comprehensive collection, curated by Andrew M. Davis and Roland Faber, poses thought-provoking questions such as: How have process thinkers envisioned the universal process of creative evolution and its profound implications for philosophies, theologies, and religions beyond our earthly realm? How can their assertions regarding the primacy of organisms, temporality, novelty, value, and mind enrich and invigorate current discussions and debates across diverse disciplines?

The contributors to this esteemed volume, drawn from the forefront of their respective fields, are guided by, but not confined to, process conceptualizations. Their chapters not only shed light on recent developments in astrobiology, cosmology, and evolution but also explore a constellation of philosophical topics, encompassing shared extraterrestrial knowledge and values, the potential or limitations offered by artificial intelligence technology, the enigmatic Fermi Paradox, the Drake Equation, and the urgent need to nurture the cosmic dimensions of theological and religious traditions.

Through their insightful contributions, the authors of Astrophilosopy, Exotheology, and Cosmic Religion: Extraterrestrial Life in a Process Universe invite us to contemplate the profound interconnectedness of all life forms, the vastness of the universe, and the endless possibilities for understanding and exploration. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone seeking to delve deeper into the mysteries of the cosmos and the rich tapestry of philosophical and religious thought.

Weight: 998g
Dimension: 159 x 236 x 45 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666944365