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The Language of God

A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief

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By: Francis S. Collins
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 An instant bestseller from Templeton Prize–winning author Francis S. Collins, The Language of God provides the best argument for the integration of faith and logic since C.S. Lewis’s Mere Christianity.

It has long been believed that science and faith cannot mingle. Faith rejects the rational, while science restricts us to a life with no meaning beyond the physical. It is an irreconcilable war between two polar-opposite ways of thinking and living. Written for believers, agnostics, and atheists alike, The Language of God provides a testament to the power of faith in the midst of suffering without faltering from its logical stride. Readers will be inspired by Collin’s personal story of struggling with doubt, as well as the many revelations of the wonder of God’s creation that will forever shape the way they view the world around them.©2006 Francis S. Collins. All rights reserved; (P)2006 Simon & Schuster Inc. All rights reserved. Christianity Environment History & Philosophy Nature & Ecology Outdoors & Nature Philosophy Religious Studies Science Natural History Agnostic
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"What an elegantly written book. In it Francis Collins, the eminent scientist, tells why he is also a devout believer.... A real godsend for those with questioning minds but who are also attracted to things spiritual."

-- Archbishop Desmond Tutu
"The world respects Francis as a brilliant scientist responsible for breakthrough discoveries benefiting mankind. For a decade I have been privileged to admire him as a devoted family man and talented musician with a charmingly sharp wit. This intellectually honest, spiritually grounded reconciliation of God and science helps answer your greatest questions. I was profoundly enlightened and believe this important book should be required reading."

-- Naomi Judd
"Francis Collins, one of the world's most distinguished scientists, treats the relationship of science and religion with reason and reverence. Collins's mix of clear technical exposition and personal reflection is infused with an intellectual and spiritual honesty. Everyone who questions how religious faith could be reconciled with scientific knowledge, everyone who fears that modern science attacks the heart of religious faith, everyone interested in an enlightened discussion of a crucial issue of our time should read this book."

-- William D. Phillips, 1997 Nobel Laureate in Physics
"In today's world, scarred by cultural warfare, it is rare for a scientist to offer a testimony of faith in God. For that scientist to be one of the world's most renowned is rarer still. For his testimony to be so lucid and compelling, combining reason and revelation, science and spirit, is unheard of. The Language of God belongs on the shelf of every believer and every seeker."

-- Dr. Robert H. Schuller, Founding Pastor, the Crystal Cathedral
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One of the best books I've read if not the best of all that tackles so many debatable subjects in such a wide and balanced view, the writer is such a great knowledgable yet spiritual balanced person. It's simply a GREAT book and a reference to so many theories about the subject.
Thank you for such a great book.

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Thought provoking, mentally stimulating and easy to follow! I definitely would recommend listening to this book.

Thought provoking!

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Author spent too much time debating with traditional religious beliefs / scriptures which most people with common sense disregard today. The parts dissecting Dawkins findings and where there might still be inconsistencies were much more interesting but sadly 70% of the book was wasted debating with foolish religions and religious beliefs which obviously no longer carry much relevance to most modern intellectual people

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Challenges the binary Science versus God position and reopens intelligent engagement of these topics. A reasonable and rational person can follow both with out contradiction.

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I was not sure what to expect with this book but it challenged a lot of my thinking as I never really game much thought to whether I was a creationist or ID'st etc. This book to an extent forces you to have a view or pick some sort of side which can be a good or bad thing.

There are obviously lots of areas Collins does not address that make up the core of what for example, creationist stand on when they read Genesis literally which I thought he might touch on. The bottom line is that true objectivity is nigh impossible as we all have some sort of buyest deep down and Collins is no different. The great thing about the argument of what he calls Bio Logos vs say ID or Creationism is that on the surface none of them disagree on the Jesus story as He still remains the saviour and central in their varied interpretations of how the natural world was put together.

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