A Science and Religion Primer

"An excellent collection of essays on the relationship between science and religion, nicely mirroring the current reach of science and religion scholarship. A very handy reference guide for both scholars and laypersons."--David C. Lindberg, University of Wisconsin-Madison
The relationship between science and religion (SR) has often been portrayed as bellicose. Yet some scholars view the disciplines as allies that complement and buttress each other. Other scholars consider them to be entirely discrete entities. Without a doubt, the interface of the two disciplines is complex and nuanced, and each has much to learn from the other. Heidi Campbell and Heather Looy assembled A Science and Religion Primer to guide a respectful, intelligent conversation. This landmark work is simultaneously an encyclopedia, an annotated bibliography, and a survey. Further, the stalwart advisory board for this singular project is made up of
Celia Deane-Drummond (University of Chester)
Nancey Murphy (Fuller Theological Seminary)
George F. R. Ellis (University of Cape Town)
Peter Harrison (Harris Manchester College, University of Oxford)
Holmes Rolston III (Colorado State University)
Craig A. Boyd (Azusa Pacific University)
Four substantive introductory essays--from Peter Harrison ("History of the Science/Religion Dialogue"), Nancey Murphy ("The Role of Philosophy in the Science/Religion Dialogue"), Celia Deane-Drummond ("Theology's Intersection with the Science/Religion Dialogue"), and Holmes Rolston III ("Science and Technology in Light of Religion")--set the book's background. The second, and primary, section of the book provides an A-Z listing of entries dealing with a variety of philosophical, historical, scientific, and theological concepts, individuals, or events related to the SR dialogue. Each entry is divided into three parts: a brief summary/definition of the concept, a key-points and challenges section that identifies significant issues, and a "discussion partners" section that lists key related readings. A Science and Religion Primer is an indispensable source in its own right and a springboard for more in-depth research.