Edward Hitchcock notes on the relationship between science and religion

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Title:
Edward Hitchcock notes on the relationship between science and religion
Description:
Notes by Edward Hitchcock discussing people's fears that new scientific knowledge is incompatible with religion. Hitchcock writes that discoveries in astronomy have failed to shake the foundations of religion and therefore other scientific discoveries should not either. He states that apparent conflicts with biblical teaching should not hinder scientific development, averring that the principles of religion are too strong to be damaged by discoveries in science. Additionally, he stresses that continued scientific research and discovery is important and can better inform religion.
Creator:
Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864
Date:
[1809–1864]
Format:
Manuscripts
Genre:
Notes
Location:
Amherst College Archives & Special Collections
Box 22 Folder 8 (shelf locator)
Collection (local):
Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers
Subjects:
Hitchcock, Edward--1793-1864--Religion
Religion and science
Extent:
1 item (4 pages)
Link to Item:
http://acdc.amherst.edu/view/asc:84848
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Language:
English
Notes (date):
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