God and the Book of Nature: Experiments in Theology of Science

God and the Book of Nature explores theological perspectives on the natural sciences in light of the recent theological turn in science-and-religion scholarship and the 'science-engaged theology movement'. It brings together contributions by theologians, natural scientists, and philosophers, offering complementary and contesting readings of the Book of Nature. The volume adopts an experimental and open-ended approach, fostering a constructive theological stance toward the modern sciences and making significant contributions to the research literature in science and religion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book "God and the Book of Nature" delves into theological perspectives on the natural sciences, taking into account the recent theological shift in science-and-religion scholarship and the 'science-engaged theology movement. Centered around the metaphor of the Book of Nature, it brings together contributions from theologians, natural scientists, and philosophers based in Europe and North America. The authors explore complementary and sometimes conflicting interpretations of the Book of Nature, particularly in the context of the challenging questions surrounding essentialism and unity in the field of science and religion. Adopting an experimental and open-ended approach, the volume does not aim to consolidate readings into a singular narrative or theology of nature. Instead, it presents a diverse range of hermeneutical stances. Overall, the book adopts a constructive theological stance toward the modern sciences, making substantial contributions to the research literature in science and religion.
Theologians, natural scientists, and philosophers from Europe and North America come together in the book "God and the Book of Nature" to explore theological interpretations of the natural sciences in the light of recent developments in science-and-religion scholarship and the 'science-engaged theology movement'. The book is centered around the metaphor of the Book of Nature, which serves as a framework for examining complementary and sometimes conflicting readings of this text.

The authors of the book engage in an experimental and open-ended approach, avoiding the attempt to unify readings into a single narrative or theology of nature. Instead, they present a diverse range of hermeneutical stances, allowing readers to engage with the text on their own terms.

One of the key themes explored in the book is the relationship between essentialism and unity in the field of science and religion. The authors argue that while there are tensions between these concepts, they can also be complementary. They suggest that essentialism can provide a framework for understanding the fundamental nature of things, while unity can help to bring different perspectives together in a harmonious way.

The book also examines the role of the Book of Nature in shaping theological perspectives on the natural sciences. The authors argue that the Book of Nature can be seen as a source of wisdom and inspiration, as well as a source of ethical and philosophical questions. They suggest that theologians can use the Book of Nature to develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between God and the natural world, as well as to explore the ethical implications of scientific research and technology.

In addition to its exploration of the relationship between science and religion, the book also makes significant contributions to the research literature in science and religion. The authors draw on a wide range of sources and perspectives, including biblical studies, philosophy, and natural science, to develop their arguments. They offer new insights into the ways in which the natural sciences can be interpreted in light of religious beliefs, and they provide a valuable resource for scholars and researchers in this field.

Overall, "God and the Book of Nature" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the relationship between science and religion. It is a valuable resource for theologians, natural scientists, and philosophers interested in exploring the complex and dynamic relationship between these two fields.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032456850