The Pale Blue Dot and the knowledge systems of science and religion
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Authors
Bentley, Wessel
Issue Date
2021
Type
Article
Language
en
Keywords
Pale Blue Dot , Epistemology , Science and religion , Truths , Transcendence , Metaphor
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Abstract
Images, symbols and metaphors are synonymous with the human attempt to makes sense of
truths that exceed the limitations of our rigid contextual delineations. In order to comprehend
the deeper meanings gained through these tools we are required to employ imagination,
cognitive vulnerability, and openness to the idea that there is more to life, reality and meaning
than what meets the eye. This article uses the image named Pale Blue Dot as an iconic symbol,
exploring the coexistence of science and religion.
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Citation
Bentley, W., 2021, ‘The Pale Blue Dot and the knowledge systems of science and religion’, Verbum et Ecclesia 42(2), a2368. https://doi. org/10.4102/ve.v42i2.2368
Publisher
Verbum et Ecclesia
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DOI
ISSN
2074-7705