Science and Christianity: Conflict or Coherence? by Henry F. Schaefer III

by Henry F. Schafer III

Known the world over, Dr. Schaefer's world-renowned university lectures have been expanded into full-length essays. Focusing on explaining how a person can be both a believer in Christ and a follower of science, Dr. Schaefer compares and contrasts the tenets of the two extremes. Thus we have a first-hand account of the lively (and timely) science vs. Christianity discussions by one of the major participants in the topic. In addition to addressing mind-boggling questions (Does God exist? Is there meaning in Life?), the book also describes how Dr. Schaefer became a Christian as a young professor of chemistry at the University of California at Berkeley, and how this momentous decision affected his career path. Throughout, the book retains the highly personal character of the university lectures and a delightful sense of humor.An intensely personal account of the lively current dialogue between science and religion.One of the world's great physical scientists addresses many of the current controversies between science and religionDoes science tell us anything about ultimate questions? What is life? Is there meaning in the universe? Does God exist?

Genres: Theology, Science, Christian, Christianity

Mass Market Paperback

First published December 23, 2003

Reviews

[Brantley Good · Rating 5 out of 5]

A phenomenal book I thoroughly enjoyed reading. I recommend this book for ANY reader but especially anyone who’s belief in science is the cause for their disbelief in the concept of a god or specifically Christianity. This book shows one can believe & trust in both.

The book’s main premise is that Science and Christianity do not conflict and that there is rather quite a lot of coherence between the two. The author (UGA Professor I flex I am friends with) is both a highly successful scientist (5x Nobel Prize Nominee) and a strong Christian (50+ years) so he speaks on both Science and Christianity with authority and wisdom. This book does a fantastic job of introducing Christianity and countering some of the main arguments/ questions many intellectuals may have with Christianity though their understanding of Science.

[Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I only read 2 essays: the one on evolution and the one detailing why Fritz (we had lunch together, surely we're on a first name basis) left Berkeley and became a Christian. I really enjoyed both essays, but when I tried out the other chapters, I found that science and religion don't conflict for me on other topics, e.g. free agency or the big bang.

[L.S. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Delightful essays by one of the best! I had the pleasure to assist twice at his presentations, and I would do it again. Probably the best known lecture is "Big Bang, Stephen Hawking and God", which was given in nearly 200 location on earth. Maybe worth a translation in Romanian also. :D

[Stan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finished reading this book for the second time on Feb. 5, 2010

Good discussion of various science and Christianity topics.

However chapters 9 and 10 presenting Dr. Schaefer's journey of faith
are excellent.

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Collection of essays by Henry F. Schaefer III, a prominent quantum chemist and Christian professor at the University of Georiga.

[Alvin Natawiguna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read the first time.. pretty interesting, especially on the chapters about Mr Schaefer's faith journey

[Marcus Muresan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fine — 6.5/10