Religion and Science – Complementary Not Contradictory

RELIGION AND SCIENCE – COMPLEMENTARY NOT CONTRADICTORY

Religion is adoption of spirituality in conduct. Integrity, generosity and unalloyed love for all are universal signs of religiousness. After destruction of ancient texts by invaders in medieval times, religious philosophy was misinterpreted by so-called religious leaders. Exploitation of the faith and emotional attachment of innocent

massed has further spread misconceptions – confusing spirituality with fatalism and occult practices of spiritualism, and confining religion to blind faith, superstitions, ceremonial rituals, mindless traditions and communalism. Simultaneous advent of experimental investigation and utilization of matter and energy led to scientific advancement to such great heights that (modern) science began to boast as conqueror of Nature and even refuted the existence of God.

This widened gap between two grand pursuits of humanity has led to an all-round deterioration of moral values and decline in personal and social character. Natural peace and happiness have become rare commodities of human life today. The only solution is mutual trust and supportive progress of science and religion. Refinement of religious practices in scientific light and humanitarian molding of science on religious guidelines is essential for this. The book thoroughly discusses these issues and guides a way ahead for both.