The Freedom of Science by Josef Donat
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"The Freedom of Science" by Josef Donat is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the complex relationship between science, freedom, and faith, exploring the philosophical foundations that underpin modern scientific inquiry and its perceived autonomy. The author addresses the ongoing debates regarding the influence of religion on scientific pursuit, examining the potential conflicts between objective truth and subjective belief systems. The beginning of the text
provides an introduction to the author's perspective on the "Freedom of Science" amidst a backdrop of intellectual strife in Europe. Donat outlines the fundamental questions surrounding scientific freedom and the philosophical underpinnings that shape modern understandings of knowledge. He defines science not merely as an accumulation of facts but as a process deeply rooted in human cognition and subject to its limitations. The author emphasizes the necessity of a discerning approach to freedom in scientific endeavors, arguing that while immunity from unjust restraint is vital, genuine freedom must also recognize the hierarchical relationship between humanity, knowledge, and divine truth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Donat, Josef, 1868-1946 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14016951 |
| Title | The Freedom of Science |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Religion and science |
| Subject | Free thought |
| Subject | Teaching, Freedom of |
| Subject | Modernism (Christian theology) -- Catholic Church |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40342 |
| Release Date | Jul 26, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1117 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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