Possibilities for Over One Hundredfold More Spiritual Information: The Humble Approach in Theology and Science

By John Marks Templeton

Book Overview

Sir John Templeton challenges the reader to apply the same energy that has been devoted to scientific inquiry to the pursuit of spiritual information. The world is at a state of unprecedented technical expertise, but why has our knowledge and faith in our own spirituality stalled and become obsolete in recent times?Possibilities for Over One Hundredfold More Spiritual Information seeks to address this question. It points out that our spiritual knowledge would also have the capacity to increase dramatically if we were to open our minds to the endless possibilities that await us in terms of our spiritual lives. These include altruistic love for all people, new knowledge of the Divine, and a greater sense of our place in the universe. In order for us as human beings to take advantage of all of the spiritual gifts that we have been given, we need to be open and receptive to our individual spiritual natures, and to open ourselves to the limitless spiritual possibilities available to us.The book acknowledges the ancient scriptures and thinkers who have guided us for centuries. Vastly expanded research and the use of scientific method would only enhance our understanding of the wisdom contained within these wise teachings. The benefits of extending our spiritual knowledge might, in fact, exceed the benefits we have realized thus far from scientific and medical advances.Possibilities seeks to reawaken our desire for spiritual knowledge pushed aside so long ago in our quest for scientific knowledge. When these fields work together, the world will reap greater rewards that we can ever imagine.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1890151335
• ISBN13: 9781890151331
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Templeton Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.0"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

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Possibilities for Over One Hundredfold More Spiritual Information

Possibilities for Over One Hundredfold More Spiritual Information: The Humble Approach in Theology and Science urges readers to learn more about religion. The author explains that science and the scientific method has grown or evolved over time allowing us to learn more and more about the world, universe, and other potential mysteries around us as we ourselves are able to understand more detailed concepts. Generally speaking, however, most major religions have stood firm in their traditional explanations of the world and god using the words and analogies popular during that particular religion's inception. The author states that though valid for that particular time, these concepts often do not address the issues, concerns, and ever changing level of complex thought in modern individuals. Thus, the author charges that perhaps like scientists, we should be continually seeking and gaining understanding of god, the universe, and the world's religious beliefs. In this way, our understanding and appreciation for such things will also grow and flourish. Possibilities for Over One Hundredfold More Spiritual Information: The Humble Approach in Theology and Science contains a good deal of important and interesting concepts. This book identifies religion as a vibrant, active entity. It urges individuals to educate themselves about religion and seek to find answers to their questions. Moreover, this book promotes the appreciation and sharing of all spiritual and religious beliefs. Though the author uses a scientific model to illustrate his assertions, this book will be a helpful motivator to any individual interested in expanding his or her religious understanding or undertaking his or her own spiritual journey.