Science is a differential equation. Religion is a boundary condition.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Science describes change through equations, while religion sets fixed boundaries or rules.
- In plain terms
- Science studies change, religion sets limits.
- What can you take from it?
- Science evolves, religion often stays fixed.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Which guides your view of limits?
- How do you see change?
Another view
Both science and religion can evolve over time.
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