LEADER 00000nam 22004451i 4500 001 frd00036760 003 CtWfDGI 005 20200912135553.0 006 m o d 007 cr un ---anuuu 008 200912t20172017xx o 000 0 eng d 020 9780310496069|q(epub) 024 3 9780310496069 040 CtWfDGI|beng|erda|cCtWfDGI 050 4 BL240.3 082 04 261.5503|223 245 00 Dictionary of Christianity and Science :|bThe Definitive Reference for the Intersection of Christian Faith and Contemporary Science. 264 1 [Place of publication not identified] :|bZondervan Academic,|c[2017] 264 4 |c©2017 300 1 online resource (704 pages) 336 text|btxt|2rdacontent 337 computer|bc|2rdamedia 338 online resource|bcr|2rdacarrier 347 text file|2rdaft 347 |bEPUB 506 Access limited to subscribing institutions. 520 The definitive reference work on science and Christian belief How does Christian theology relate to scientific inquiry? What are the competing philosophies of science, and do they work" with a Christian faith based on the Bible? No reference work has covered this terrain sufficiently -- until now. Featuring entries from over 140 international contributors, the Dictionary of Christianity and Science is a deeply-researched, peer-reviewed, fair- minded work that illuminates the intersection of science and Christian belief. In one volume, you get reliable summaries and critical analyses of over 450 relevant concepts, theories, terms, movements, individuals, and debates. You will find answers to your toughest questions about faith and science, from the existence of Adam and Eve to the age of the earth, evolution and string theory. FEATURES INCLUDE: Over 450 entries that will help you think through some of today's most challenging scientific topics, including climate change, evolution, bioethics, and much more Essays from over 140 leading international scholars, including Francis Beckwith, Michael Behe, Darrell Bock, William Lane Craig, Hugh Ross, Craig Keener, Davis Young, John Walton, and many more Multiple-view essays on controversial topics allow you to understand and compare differing Christian viewpoints Learn about flesh- and-blood figures who have shaped the interaction of science and religion: Augustine, Aquinas, Bacon, Darwin, and Stephen Hawking are just the beginning Fully cross- referenced, entries include references and recommendations for further reading Advance Praise: "Every Christian studying science will want a copy within arm's reach." -- Scot McKnight , Northern Seminary "This is an invaluable resource that belongs in every Christian's library. I will be keeping my copy close by when I'm writing." -- Lee Strobel , Elizabeth and John Gibson chair of apologetics, Houston Baptist University "Sparkles with passion, controversy, and diverse perspectives." -- Karl Giberson , professor of science and religion, Stonehill College "An impressive resource that presents a broad range of topics from a broad tent of evangelical scholars." -- Michael R. Licona , Houston Baptist University "I am certain that this dictionary will serve the church for many years in leading many to demonstrate that modern science can glorify our Creator and honor his creation." -- Denis O. Lamoureux , University of Alberta "'Dictionary' is too humble a label for what this is! I anticipate that this will offer valuable guidance for Christian faithfulness." -- C. John Collins , Covenant Theological Seminary Get answers to the difficult questions surround faith and science! Adam and Eve. 588 0 Publisher metadata. 650 0 Faith and reason|vDictionaries. 650 0 Theology|vDictionaries. 650 0 Religion and science|vDictionaries. 650 7 RELIGION / Religion & Science.|2bisacsh 655 0 Electronic books. 700 1 Copan, Paul,|eeditor. 700 1 Strauss, Michael G.,|eeditor. 700 1 Reese, Christopher L.,|eeditor. 700 1 Longman, Tremper,|cIII,|eeditor. 914 frd00036760
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