2008 Articles

New York University: “Can Faith Broaden Reason?”

Pollack, Robert

In "Can Faith Broaden Reason?" Robert Pollack explores the relationship between faith and reason, particularly in the context of scientific inquiry. He argues that faith can indeed broaden reason by providing a framework for understanding aspects of human existence that lie beyond the reach of empirical science. Pollack suggests that integrating faith with reason allows for a more holistic approach to knowledge, one that embraces the mysteries of life and the universe rather than reducing them to purely material explanations. He calls for a dialogue between science and religion that respects the contributions of both to human understanding.