by Xavier Calmet
Science and Catholic Faith: Two Wings of the Same Truth
The heavens declare the glory of God; the firmament proclaims the works of His Hands (Psalm 19:2).
For over a century, a myth has persisted that science and Catholicism are natural enemies. This caricature, born in the 19th century and popularized by certain polemical writers, collapses the moment one looks at history, philosophy, and the actual practice of science. Far from being in conflict, authentic science and authentic Catholic faith are complementary ways of seeking the same truth. As Pope St John Paul II famously put it, “Science can purify religion from error and
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