Finite Knowledge and Humility
Picture our galaxy in your mind. Got it? You probably do. Why? Because every 10 year old is presented with a picture of it early on. It’s one of the things we just know.
Well read this. It is a helpful reminder of the limitations of science, even when it’s conclusions are so ingrained that it [...]
Lost (and Gained) in Translation
Some ideas are easily represented in any language, but more often than not translation requires sensitivity to a wide variety of often competing influences.
I just listened to a nice little story on NPR about the “Art of Translation.”
Bea Basso, who came from Italy to the United States in 2000 to study and work in theater, [...]
Zotero Supports 1100 Bibliographic Styles
From their blog:
As the launch of Zotero 1.5 approaches we are excited to announce the availability of specific bibliographic styles for more than 1100 journals. Zotero now supports such diverse publications as French Historical Studies, the American Sociological Review, Accounts of Chemical Research, the Chinese Journal of Clinical Oncology, the British Medical Journal, American Political [...]
The Little Mysteries
Van Til reminds us that our life as creatures is full of mystery, both regarding God and the world he has created. I found this article a small reminder that it’s OK to say “I don’t know.”
Here is an excerpt. I’m not sure whether the scientist quoted is being intentionally ironic or is blinded by [...]
Every iPhone Captive: Poythress on Technology and Christianity
The most recent iPhone iteration (yes, there are still lines at Apple stores nationwide) has apparently inspired Vern Poythress to offer up some reflections about science and technology within a Christian worldview. Really interesting stuff, particularly the positive connection between technology and dominion, and the negative warning against technological messianism.
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