SCIENCE AND SPIRITUALITY - a philosophical discourse - excerpts.
Science operates in the field of knowledge which is human, spirituality in the field of understanding which is divine. These two fields overlap, as every human being partakes of the divine. The field of knowledge consists of facts, things done or performed, particular truths known by actual observation or authentic testimony.
In spirituality on the other hand, scientific affirmation is possible but never scientific confirmation as its field of understanding partakes of the infinite.
In spirituality, what we are seeking then is not a ‘fact’ but a principle of operation of the universe. We are seeking to understand the movement of the Life Force of the universe, and everything knowable about it which will keep expanding all the time, as well as what can be apprehended of the infinite.
If the religions can come to this scientific awareness of the Life Force as the moving God then many apparent inconsistencies can become comparatively insignificant.
There can be many diverse journeys that people take on their way to oneness. The journey itself is significant for each individual. The study of other religions gives knowledge. Comparisons also add to quality for humans individually as they draw comfort from the spirit of community , while the contemplation of one’s own religion or one’s own journey, accesses spirituality.
From A Global Ethic.
On the basis of personal experiences and the burdensome history of our planet we have learned that rights without morality cannot long endure, and that there will be no better global order without a global ethic.
By a global ethic we do not mean a global ideology or a single unified religion beyond all existing religions, and certainly not the domination of one religion over all others. By a global ethic we mean a fundamental consensus on binding values, irrevocable standards, and personal attitudes. Without such a fundamental consensus on an ethic, sooner of later every community will be threatened by chaos or dictatorship, and individuals will despair. What you wish done to yourself, do to others! Have respect for life! Deal honestly and fairly! Speak and act truthfully! Respect and love one another!
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