The beauty of knowledge is that it is subject to an evolution, born out of curiosity and an endeavor to find the truth, but since curiosity never truly dies it continues to push the progression of knowledge. Yet, knowledge can be somewhat fickle because it is subject to this evolution and only the ‘fittest’ can survive, thus making this metaphor very useful. Establishing the different Areas of Knowledge (AOK) as a certain species, through natural selection those that are better suited for the environment survive and evolve, while those that are weaker become extinguished. This quote uses natural selection as a metaphor to relate how “evolution” of new ideas, or principles develop— just like in nature, by natural selection, different species
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So why is there a disparity between the two? Initially Natural Sciences and Religion were very intertwined with each other, while today they are thought to be polar-opposites. The emergence of Religion can be viewed as intelligent progression in human-societal evolution(cite). It is not known with certainty how the first religions evolved or their precise origin, but it seems that many modern day religions “evolved” or developed from more archaic and pantheist faiths. There is evidence of hunter-gathering societies performing rituals, signifying some sort of belief-system(cite). In terms of where these beliefs stemmed from, can be attributed to the first-humans attempt to comprehend the world around them(cite). As they started to develop a more empirical-mind and observe the sun and moon move, they attributed this to them holding a spirit(cite). Not having any previous knowledge to build upon, this was a logical conclusion, but our understanding of the world did not halt there. As curiosity for the truth pushes the progression of knowledge, these belief-systems evolved in a new AOK—Natural Sciences—the major religions we know today started to infringe on this AOK.
Yet, as certain scientific discoveries began to dispute particular religious beliefs the ideas became much more controversial, and by using the principles of natural selection, Natural Sciences developed …show more content…
The public is required to put their faith into scientists and doctors, just like with Religion the public has to trust their religious leaders, as they are considered more knowledgeable. But this faith in Natural Sciences stems from the empirical evidence, making it easier to believe in than Religion. Undeniably religion’s development is due to a more emotional connection that provides many with a comfort in a greater being or meaning. Does this mean that Natural Science is a less “fit” AOK? Well, nobody can deny the validity and empirical nature of Natural Sciences, it is always changing due to different studies but it often lacks the same emotional and personal feel. Natural Sciences is still not perfect, and as long as it remains “imperfect” there will always be a place for Religion. We even see more people in the Western-World turning from conventional-medicine to alternative more faith-based healing. Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, and Chinese Medicine have not only survived centuries but are becoming popular alternative treatments("WHO | Traditional medicine"). This may be an indication that many feel that science has advanced too quickly, and people are returning to natural remedies. Hence the popularity of yoga, meditation, and acupuncture which all originated from Religious practices. These practices believe in treating the whole body and not just isolated
So why is there a disparity between the two? Initially Natural Sciences and Religion were very intertwined with each other, while today they are thought to be polar-opposites. The emergence of Religion can be viewed as intelligent progression in human-societal evolution(cite). It is not known with certainty how the first religions evolved or their precise origin, but it seems that many modern day religions “evolved” or developed from more archaic and pantheist faiths. There is evidence of hunter-gathering societies performing rituals, signifying some sort of belief-system(cite). In terms of where these beliefs stemmed from, can be attributed to the first-humans attempt to comprehend the world around them(cite). As they started to develop a more empirical-mind and observe the sun and moon move, they attributed this to them holding a spirit(cite). Not having any previous knowledge to build upon, this was a logical conclusion, but our understanding of the world did not halt there. As curiosity for the truth pushes the progression of knowledge, these belief-systems evolved in a new AOK—Natural Sciences—the major religions we know today started to infringe on this AOK.
Yet, as certain scientific discoveries began to dispute particular religious beliefs the ideas became much more controversial, and by using the principles of natural selection, Natural Sciences developed …show more content…
The public is required to put their faith into scientists and doctors, just like with Religion the public has to trust their religious leaders, as they are considered more knowledgeable. But this faith in Natural Sciences stems from the empirical evidence, making it easier to believe in than Religion. Undeniably religion’s development is due to a more emotional connection that provides many with a comfort in a greater being or meaning. Does this mean that Natural Science is a less “fit” AOK? Well, nobody can deny the validity and empirical nature of Natural Sciences, it is always changing due to different studies but it often lacks the same emotional and personal feel. Natural Sciences is still not perfect, and as long as it remains “imperfect” there will always be a place for Religion. We even see more people in the Western-World turning from conventional-medicine to alternative more faith-based healing. Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, and Chinese Medicine have not only survived centuries but are becoming popular alternative treatments("WHO | Traditional medicine"). This may be an indication that many feel that science has advanced too quickly, and people are returning to natural remedies. Hence the popularity of yoga, meditation, and acupuncture which all originated from Religious practices. These practices believe in treating the whole body and not just isolated