Religion and Science What is truth?

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Religion and Science What is truth? Focus. What is truth? To begin... Watch the video and answer the questions. Why do some people believe a belief in God is incompatible with being a scientist? How can a scientist believe in God? What is the God Mayim believe in like? Give examples of the spiritual aspects of life Mayim attributes to God. What benefits does religion give Mayim in her life? Can science teach morals and boundaries? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZh1MrDHLoY

Given that the perception seems to be that science and religion are incompatible, give some examples of these perceived conflicts.

Religion and Science One of the most famous scientists of all time, Albert Einstein, was a theist – he was Jewish. Bearing in mind his comment above, explain why religion is sometimes necessary when new scientific discoveries are made. Include examples in your answer.

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Religion and Science Questions. Explain, with examples how our perceptions of ‘truth’ can be affected. 2. Explain, with examples how one’s background and upbringing can affect what a person believes to be true. 3. Explain, with examples, the following causes of belief; (a) fear; (b) wishful thinking; and (c) the need for security. 4. Explain, with examples why our inherited beliefs may change or develop. 5. Explain, with examples why, if investigated, inherited beliefs my be solidified.

Religion and Science Things to do; Give an example of a ‘truth’ – scientific or historical. Explain why we have this ‘truth’ (referring to direct, indirect and cumulative evidence. 2. Explain why this example may not be considered an ‘absolute truth’.

Religion and Science Explain… Explain, with an example how evidence can be used to find religious truths. 2. Explain, with examples why looking for religious truths is different, but also in some ways similar, to looking for scientific truths. Explain with examples how religious truth can be proven and why this can be similar to how scientific or historical truths can be proven.