Systems Theory and Theology

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The collection explores the interplay between systems theory, religion, and theology, rooted in the work of Austrian physicist Alfred Locker. He believed that systems theory could serve as a bridge between sciences and religion, emerging sixty years after von Bertalanffy's General System Theory. The essays go beyond typical dialogues, critically evaluating and reassessing the dominant postulates of scientific and theological systems. Topics include paradoxes, inner sciences, systems of meaning, philosophy, theology, isomorphies of religious symbols, and the bridging of science and religion. This illuminating volume is recommended for those seeking deeper spiritual insights and connections between General System Theory and contemporary theological thought. It serves as a timely contribution to reconcile the often conflicting realms of science and theology, offering a promising interface to recognize their interactions and convergences. Alfred Locker's life as a physicist, biologist, and systems theorist was deeply intertwined with his religious beliefs. This collection, edited by his son Markus Locker and including key works by Alfred and contributions from other scholars, stands as a significant legacy. It enriches the ongoing debate and counters rationalist arguments. Markus Locker is an Associate Professor of Theology at Ateneo de Manila University and author of The New World of Jesus' Parables (2009).