Geology and religious sentiment
Book Description
When groundbreaking geological discoveries began revealing Earth's ancient history in early nineteenth-century England, they sparked a profound spiritual crisis that reverberates through our understanding of faith and science today. J. M. I. Klaver explores this pivotal moment when scientific evidence challenged deeply held religious beliefs about the world's age and origins.
This thoughtful examination reveals how theologians, philosophers, poets, and novelists grappled with revolutionary findings that contradicted accepted biblical chronology. Rather than simply dismissing these challenges, many spiritual thinkers embarked on a complex journey of reconciliation between emerging scientific truths and their faith traditions.
The book illuminates the personal struggles of key figures including Charles Lyell, whose geological theories transformed our understanding of Earth's history. Klaver also examines three remarkable clergymen-geologists, William Buckland, Adam Sedgwick, and William Whewell, who navigated the delicate balance between their scientific discoveries and religious convictions.
Through careful analysis of literary responses to these geological revelations, readers discover how creative minds processed and interpreted these paradigm-shifting ideas. This exploration offers valuable insights for anyone wrestling with questions about the relationship between scientific discovery and spiritual belief.
For modern seekers facing similar tensions between empirical knowledge and faith, this historical perspective provides wisdom about how thoughtful individuals have navigated such challenges while maintaining their spiritual integrity.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 215 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Englisch
- ✓ Explore Geistesleben
- ✓ Explore Engels
- ✓ Explore Critique et interprétation
- ✓ Explore Religieuze opvattingen
- ✓ Explore Geology
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Genesis
