What Does Science Prove

This course aims to develop both a better understanding of the world through studying a rich array of empirical research and a better understanding of key theological claims, particularly those that have an empirical component.

This course, taught by Beth A. Rath at Borromeo Seminary, aims to develop both a better understanding of the world through studying a rich array of empirical research and a better understanding of key theological claims, particularly those that have an empirical component. Some of the themes that we investigate in this course include: the origins of the universe, cognitive psychology of religious belief, human uniqueness and immortality, artificial intelligence, moral responsibility and neuroscience, and the historical Adam.

Seminary: Borromeo Seminary
Keywords: History of science, neuroscience, cosmology, philosophy of science, cognitive psychology

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