Quote by D. R. G. Owen

It may be that in the future the great intellectual struggle will be waged between the Christian faith and the scientific world view. The opponents, of course, will not be science and technology in themselves, but the various philosophies nurtured by the modern climate of opinion and reinforced by the misuse of the fruits of technology.

It may be that in the future the great intellectual struggle

Summary

This quote suggests that in the future, there will be a significant intellectual conflict between Christianity and the scientific worldview. The quote clarifies that the actual opponents in this struggle will not be science and technology as concepts, but rather the different philosophies influenced by the current dominant opinions and the potential misapplication of technological advancements. Essentially, the quote anticipates a clash between religious beliefs and the increasing prevalence of scientific perspectives, acknowledging that it will be shaped and influenced by the social and cultural contexts surrounding both.

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By D. R. G. Owen

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