Mind and Emergence : From Quantum to Consciousness
by
Clayton
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0199291438
ISBN-13
9780199291434
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Imprint
Oxford University Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Apr 27th, 2006
Print length
248 Pages
Weight
344 grams
Dimensions
21.50 x 14.20 x 1.70 cms
Product Classification:
Philosophy of mindPhilosophy of religionReligion & sciencePhilosophy of science
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Provides introduction to the emergence theory. This work discusses whether a transcendent force is luring the natural world toward higher forms of existence, or whether basic forces in the natural world are producing ever more complex phenomena, including the life of the mind and the ideas of spirit and of God (immanent emergence).
Strong claims have been made for emergence as a new paradigm for understanding science, consciousness, and religion. Tracing the past history and current definitions of the concept, Clayton assesses the case for emergent phenomena in the natural world and their significance for philosophy and theology. Complex emergent phenomena require irreducible levels of explanation in physics, chemistry and biology. This pattern of emergence suggests a new approach to the problem of consciousness, which is neither reducible to brain states nor proof of a mental substance or soul. Although emergence does not entail classical theism, it is compatible with a variety of religious positions. Clayton concludes with a defence of emergentist panentheism and a Christian constructive theology consistent with the new sciences of emergence.
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