Posted by Elizabeth on November 18, 1999, at 0:29:50
In reply to Re: science superior to religion? (CarolAnn), posted by Scott L. Schofield on November 17, 1999, at 19:57:29
> I think that there is a tendency for man to wage war against uncertainty. However, some of the greatest twentieth century physicists were comfortable with uncertainty. Certainly, Heisenberg must have been, although I'm not absolutely certain.
I think there is a tension between accepting uncertainty, and yet still seeking to learn what is not yet known. (That is, feeling okay about not knowing everything without becoming a total slacker.)
> Spirituality can act as a bridge between the two - if you let it. I don't see any conflict between spiritualism and atheism.
Question: how do you define spirituality? I've mostly heard it used as a thin veil for religion.
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