John Polkinghorne

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What does Polkinghorne believe about multi-verse theory?
It is pointless and unscientific
What is string theory?
A mathematical inferences that suggests the singularity exists in all possible configurations, which are then actualised in parallel universes
What does an intelligible universe suggest?
Overwhelming evidence for God's existence
What theology did Polkinghorne follow?
Natural theology
What is process theology?
The idea that God is at work within the universe, exists panentheistically
How does pluralism support the compatibility of science and religion?
They both rely on empirical evidence and seek to make sense of the universe
How is religion empirical?
William James suggests all religion is rooted in religious experience
What does Polkinghorne claim links science and religion?
Both are unpredictable and surprising
How does Polkinghorne want people to think?
Bottom-up, look at experiences and then form beleifs
What does Polkinghorne believe beliefs have to be based on?
Faith and evidence
What does Polkinghorne hold highest in his own life?
His religious beliefs, sees science as a passion