Religion: science is partially based on faith

Quine on the Possibility of Religion-Based Science

There are various ways in which science can be classified as theistic or religion-based. One is when the components of scientific theories are accepted by the followers of religions and rejected by the opponents of religious beliefs. Although Quine (1908-2000) does not believe in any religion, the possibility of one concept of religious science can be inferred from his explanation of the founda...

Alternative to faith-based science.

d IS SCIENCE A RELIGION ?

Science and religion have been in conflict for hundreds of years as each claims domain over similar territory. Once the heavens had much more religious significance as Galileo found to his dismay. Over time the heavens have been demystified so that now space is more a new region of exploration than veneration for most. The conflict over evolution vs. creation continues 150 years after Darwin, a...

Religion and Faith: A Decision Theory Perspective

We examine the implications of decision theory for religious choice and evangelism, under the assumption that people choose their religion. The application of decision theory leads us to a broad definition of religion and a particular definition of faith, each related to the uncertainty associated with what happens to a person after death. We examine two extremes: total ambiguity and no ambigui...

Religion and Faith: A Decision Theory Perspective

We examine the implications of decision theory for religious choice and evangelism, under the assumption that people choose their religion. The application of decision theory leads us to a broad definition of religion and a particular definition of faith, each related to the uncertainty associated with what happens to a person after death. We examine two extremes: total ambiguity and no ambigui...