Religion and Science

Types of Evidence

• Anecdotal evidence is based on personal opinion or feelings, relying on individual experiences rather than objective data.

Proof

• Proof refers to evidence that is considered conclusive and irrefutable, establishing the truth of a claim beyond reasonable doubt.

Faith

• Faith is a belief in something that is not immediately evident or demonstrable, often based on trust, conviction, or personal experience.

Special Revelation

• Special revelation is the belief that God communicates directly to individuals or groups, providing specific knowledge or guidance beyond general revelation found in nature.

Immortality

• Immortality is the belief that a person's soul or consciousness persists after physical death, potentially existing in an afterlife or other form of existence.

Feeling of Awe

• The term "awe" refers to a feeling of profound wonder, respect, or reverence experienced in the presence of something greater than oneself, often associated with spiritual or religious experiences.

Definition of Faith

• Faith is defined as a belief in something that is not immediately evident or demonstrable, often based on trust, conviction, or personal experience.

Revelation for Theists

• Revelation for theists refers to the way in which God makes Himself known to humans, whether through nature, scripture, or direct experiences.

The Non-Literal Christian

• A non-literal Christian is someone who interprets the Bible not as a historically and scientifically accurate account, but rather as a source of spiritual and moral guidance.

Logic

• Logic is the systematic study of valid reasoning and argumentation, focusing on the structure and validity of inferences and conclusions.

Test your knowledge on the relationship between religion and science in this Year 8 unit 1 quiz. Explore key concepts, evidence, proof, and the numinous. Challenge yourself and gain a deeper understanding of this complex topic.