Essays about: "religion and science"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 100 essays containing the words religion and science.

1. 1. Can Theological Semiotics Reconcile Nature and Culture? Nathan Lyons’ Semiotic Imaginary in Dialogue with Christology

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för litteratur, idéhistoria och religion

   Author : Elias Kjörk; [2024-02-02]
   Keywords : Natur; Rowan Williams; Kristologi; Kultur; Nathan Lyons; Bruno Latour; Semiotik;

   Abstract : Abstract The philosopher of science Bruno Latour believes modernity is premised on the division of nature and culture into distinct spheres. In response to the problems this division poses, he has suggested a theoretical imaginary that promotes technological “hybrids” as a bridge between them. READ MORE

3. 2. "We're here, and we don't know why" : An analysis of the postmodernist rejection of a universal meaning to life in Ken Grimwood’s novel Replay

   University essay from Jönköping University/Högskolan för lärande och kommunikation

   Author : Samuel Berglund; [2023]
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   Abstract : The question of the meaning of life is at the centre of this study without being directly addressed. The study does not analyse the meaning of life but rather how the main characters of the novel Replay (Jeff and Pamela) approach the question. READ MORE

4. 3. Neuroscientific study of religion : What neuroimaging studies tell us about cognitive pathways

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för idé- och samhällsstudier

   Author : Sajedha Mahmood; [2023]
   Keywords : Neuroscientific; neuroscience; neuroimaging; cognitive study of religion;

   Abstract : Cognitive Science of Religion attempts to explain how humans came to develop belief in the supranatural by exploring the underlying neurocognitive mechanisms of religion. New imaging technologies provide a unique possibility to identify pathways activated during religious practice. READ MORE

5. 4. 21st Century Satan:  Modern Day Faith Healer’s Perceptions and Experiences of the Devil in the Philippines : A Study in the Research Field of Psychology of Religion

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för humaniora

   Author : Sylvia Hallström; [2023]
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   Abstract : 21st Century Satan:  Modern Day Faith Healer’s Perceptions and Experiences of the Devil in the Philippines Abstract  The aim of this qualitative research study is to explore the contemporary perceptions of Satan and give life to the personal encounters of what 3 Albularyo or modern day faith healers in the Philippines believe is the Devil himself.  The study will highlight the respondent’s individual experiences and reflections over the impact it has on their life. READ MORE

6. 5. The Polarizing Abortion Debate on TikTok

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Agnes von Reis; [2023]
   Keywords : affective polarization; political antagonism; TikTok; abortion; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : The rise of TikTok as one of the most popular social media platforms has created a new space for political debates, such as the debate surrounding abortion, to grow and evolve. In a politically polarized and divided society such as the United States, the impacts of new social media platforms are relatively unknown. READ MORE