Technology As A Function Of Religion And Science

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[...] Religion and theology refuse to acknowledge and often dismiss the technological claims that do not resonate with the role of God in the Universe or that spelled out by the scriptures (Noreen 14). Technology and religion plays an important role to human beings. For example, advancements in technology are meant to increase efficiency in production and make life easier. For example, ethics are a function of religion because in most cultures, ethics define right and wrong. The values of right and wrong are defined by the religious values of a community (Noreen 28). Currently, there are many problems in the use of technology. [...]

[...] Elsewhere, the principles of early disciplines in the middle ages were furthered by Muslim scholars such as Ibn Sina (Daniel 187). Theology required studies and research. These studies produced scholars and in the course of the revolution of the scholars, the search the role of man and the relationships with divinity resulted in emergence of technology (Daniel 162). Therefore, the rise of technology is an attribute of the demands of religion. The central role of man in religion also increased the volume of research as man sought new ways to increase productivity and accountability. [...]

[...] Other aspects of technology such as television and the internet increase the ability of religion to reach many people. In addition, religious scholars rely on technology to decipher information from ancient sources (Rosen Par 3). The issue of usage of new media, religion illuminates an important aspect of the relationship between religion and technology (David 23). In contemporary times, the need for religious advancement is not the primary drive for technological advancements (Shellnutt Par 6). The change in position of religion in inspiring technology has also produced deviation of the points of focus from the need to create compliance to religion to fulfillment of other human needs (David 12). [...]

[...] Technology As A Function Of Religion And Science The rising usage of technology in the society has raised questions about the relevance of religion. Advancement in science has enabled man to play roles akin to those described as being in the exclusive domain of God. For example, cloning and inter-genetic crossbreeding in contemporary times promised to give rise to new creatures, thus elevating the position of man too close to the position traditionally reserved for God. However, despite the differences, the two are related and it is possible to harmonize their basic principles to create resonance. [...]