Theology and the Scientific Imagination

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The book delves into the intricate relationship between Christian theology and the evolution of science, revealing how by the 1600s, these two realms had nearly merged. Amos Funkenstein examines the metaphysical underpinnings of modern science and highlights the contributions of key thinkers like Descartes, Leibniz, and Newton, who created a secular theology influenced by medieval thought. The work culminates in an analysis of the unique blending of scientific and religious discourse during the seventeenth century, making it essential for historians and philosophers of science.