Questions of Truth: Fifty-one Responses to Questions About God, Science, and Belief

How did the universe begin? Can God's existence be proven? Do humans matter more than animals? For many years people have sent the scientist-turned-priest John Polkinghorne these and other questions about science and belief. In question-and-answer format, Polkinghorne and his collaborator Nicholas Beale offer their highly informed opinions about some of the most frequently asked of these questions. Readers can follow their own paths through the book, selecting questions that interest them and looking at the additional material if they choose. This unique book will help Christians clarify their beliefs regarding difficult issues and better face challenges--from within and from others--to their faith. This is the great spiritual growth for this era. Also known as the best books on Christian spirituality. 

For many years people from across the world have sent the scientist-turned-priest John Polkinghorne questions about science and belief. In question-and-answer format, Polkinghorne and his collaborator Nicholas Beale offer their informed opinions about some of the most asked questions. Readers can follow their own paths through the book, selecting questions that interest them and looking at the additional material if they choose. The unique book will help Christians clarify their beliefs and better face challenges to their faith.

About The Author:

John Polkinghorne, KBE, FRS, is fellow and retired president, Queens' College, Cambridge University. He was the founding president of the International Society for Science and Religion and in 2002 was awarded the Templeton Prize. He is the author of many books, including Science and Creation, Exploring Reality, Reason and Reality, The God of Hope and the End of the World, Belief in God in an Age of Science and Quantum Physics and Theology.