"Acceptance without proof is the fundamental characteristic of Western religion, Rejection without proof is the fundamental characteristic of Western science." – Zuka, Gary in 'The Dancing wu li Masters'
"Science without religion is lame. Religion without science is blind." – Einstein, Albert
Are Albert Einstein and Gary Zuka correct? What relationship should exist between science and religion?
Both religion and science try to answer the same questions, but by different methods. Religion is based in faith, which cannot be proved, and science attempts to base its conclusion upon established facts. Both have shown flexibility and mutual influence.
An interesting take on this was posed by Jean Cocteau, who said:
"Religion attempts to define God. Science attempts to explain him".
http://www.balconytv.co.uk 30/12/2008
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