Science and religion have been linked to each other since the dawn of civilization. Throughout history, religious beliefs have determined how scientific discoveries have been interpreted and used.
Science has advanced our understanding of the physical world, allowing us to understand the natural, but complex world with ever-increasing accuracy and precision.
On the other hand, many religious beliefs remain constant throughout history and provide an unchanging guidance on how to live our lives through various rituals that prima facie bear no direct relevance to scientific facts.
But we all know how prayer and meditation reduce stress and boost our overall health. Similarly, fasting and dietary restrictions found in many religions can have positive physiological effects.
Many religions emphasize the vastness of creation and the age of the universe, which is supported by scientific evidence that suggests the universe is billions of years old.
Vimanas (airplanes) find mention in our ancient religious epics while the actual airplane was invented only in 1903 by the Wright brothers. The natural world is incredibly complex, and religious faith encourages us to explore the "why" aspects of life rather than just the "what".
There was a time when scientific discoveries were seen as direct challenges to traditional religious beliefs, but it is equally important to remember that both attempt to answer important questions about who we are, how we should live, and what is the universe made of.
Hence the relationship between religious beliefs and practices and scientific facts can be seen as complementary rather than competing.
The relationship between science and religion is complex and ever-evolving, reflecting the ever-changing nature of our understanding. But how we take the relationship between science and religion is a matter of personal perspective, and need not be pushed beyond a limit.
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--Kaushal Kishore
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