“Humanity could only have survived and flourished if it held social and personal values that transcended the urges of the individual, embodying selfish desires - and these stem from the sense of a transcendent good.”
Quote by Arthur Peacocke
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Arthur Peacocke
Arthur Peacocke was a philosopher, theologian, and historian of science. His career spanned academic positions at both Oxford and Cambridge Universities, and he made significant contributions to the fields of philosophy of science and philosophy of religion. Known for his in-depth research on the relationship between science and religion, Peacocke attempted to establish a harmonious relationship between the two. His work has had a profound impact on the academic community, though his views have sparked both support and criticism. more
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