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Astrotheology

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Astrotheology is a discipline combining the methods and domains of space science with theology, and as a complement to both.[1] Astrotheology concerns the theological, cultural, and ethical implications of space exploration and identifies the elements of myth and religion in space science.[2][3] Astrotheology is a "multi-disciplinary branch of theology that takes up the relationship between God and the creation, especially the creation of the universe over time."[4] The word astrotheology, hyphenated as astro-theology, first appears in a tract by the Anglican clergyman William Derham. For Derham, the task of this discipline was to "glorify God by stressing the immensity and magnificence of God's creation."[4]

Ted F. Peters envisions astrotheology as "the meeting point between theologians and astrobiologists."[5] A.C. Pieterse describes the field as a "prophetic wormhole that relates space-time to eschatological transformation", a theology of nature rather than a natural theology.[6]

Astrotheology connects with astrobiology, challenging the concept of extraterrestrial intelligence and engaging in discussions about the extent of God's creation. Astrotheology explores the spiritual dimensions inspired by space sciences, and uncovers hidden religious meanings in secular experiences.[7]

Astrotheology collaborates with astroethicists to propose public policies related to scientific space exploration and ethical considerations. These policies may include guidelines for responsible space exploration, regulations for the protection of celestial bodies and ecosystems, protocols for interactions with potential extraterrestrial life, and frameworks for international cooperation in space exploration efforts.[7]

See also

Bibliography

  • Peters, Ted (2009). "Astrotheology and the ETI Myth". Theology and Science. 7 (1). Informa UK Limited: 3–29. doi:10.1080/14746700802617097. ISSN 1474-6700.
  • Peters, Ted; Hewlett, Martinez; Moritz, Joshua M.; Russell, Robert John (2018). Astrotheology. Eugene, Oregon: Cascade Books. ISBN 978-1-5326-0641-0.
  • Peters, Ted (2021). "Astrotheology's contribution to public theology: From the extraterrestrial intelligence myth to astroethics". HTS Theological Studies. 77 (3): 1–8. doi:10.4102/hts.v77i3.6855. ISSN 0259-9422. S2CID 238734716.

References

  1. ^ Chon-Torres, Octavio A.; Szocik, Konrad (2021-12-15). "A brief epistemological discussion of astrotheology in the light of astrobiology". International Journal of Astrobiology. 21 (1). Cambridge University Press (CUP): 1–8. doi:10.1017/s1473550421000367. ISSN 1473-5504.
  2. ^ Peters 2009, pp. 3–29.
  3. ^ Harrison, Albert A. (2014-01-02). "Astrotheology and Spaceflight: Prophecy, Transcendence and Salvation on the High Frontier". Theology and Science. 12 (1). Informa UK Limited: 30–48. doi:10.1080/14746700.2013.868118. ISSN 1474-6700.
  4. ^ a b Peters et al. 2018, p. 14.
  5. ^ Peters, Ted (2019-08-27). "Our common cosmos: an exercise in astrotheology". Theology. 122 (5). SAGE Publications: 363–367. doi:10.1177/0040571x19858951. ISSN 0040-571X.
  6. ^ Pieterse, A.C. (2022-06-24). "Astrotheology as a prophetic wormhole that relates spacetime to eschatological transformation". Acta Theologica. 42 (1): 98–119. doi:10.38140/at.v42i1.6481. ISSN 2309-9089. Retrieved 2023-11-21.
  7. ^ a b Peters (2021).
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