Are science and religion independent or conflicting systems of thought? This question was the focus of a course on science and religion given at Brooklyn College. The class explored the underlying metaphysical assumptions, sources of knowledge, and methodologies of science and religion from philosophical and historical perspectives. The conclusion is that science and religion are basically independent modes of inquiry, but they have come into conflict over questions about the origin, history, and nature of the physical world. These are areas in which science has been far more successful in providing fruitful explanations and predictions. Nevertheless, the limitations of science and the scientific method must be understood and respected.
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