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Religion and Science: Separation or Coexistence/Mari Mohammad

Religion has always been a highly debated topic throughout history. In every period of time, in different countries and regions, and regardless of events that may have had no connection to religion, different opinions have formed in the minds of the general public and intellectuals about religion; sometimes evoking favorable feelings and sometimes feelings of hatred and disgust.
This time, the coronavirus has been placed in a position as one of the factors completely unrelated to religion, which has provided a platform for some to express negative feelings towards religion.
Before expressing any opinions or even forming any feelings in our hearts and minds, it is necessary to first understand and comprehend the subject matter without any bias or excitement, through studying various sources and listening to both supporting and opposing views. In a time when we are witnessing the deep impact of the coronavirus on a global scale, we see that some are using the destructive and life-threatening effects of the virus as an excuse to challenge religion and claim that it is ineffective in saving humans and the world from this

Expecting a cure for coronavirus through religion; a barrier between science and religion!

Creating a foundation for developing pessimism towards religion.

People believe in God and religion for various reasons, and it cannot be assumed that a single reason is the sole factor in people’s inclination towards belief in God and religion without extensive research and a professional approach. However, what is evident is that believers do not expect God to directly cure their illnesses and remove the need for medical treatment and vaccines. In fact, even believers seek medical treatment and follow the guidance of specialized doctors. It is only the opponents of religion who try to attribute unrelated responsibilities to religion in order to prove its inefficacy, and then conclude that religion is ineffective. This is often done through systematic planning and manipulation. The media, on one hand, highlights the irrational actions of some undereducated believers who have become superstitious (especially during the COVID-19 crisis), and on the other hand, boycotts the scientific achievements and humanitarian aid of other religious believers, reinforcing the misconception that these criticisms, which aim to prove the inefficacy of religion, are planned and systematic in

Violation of the right to freedom of religion and thought in the name of freedom of expression.

In addition, there is also criticism towards certain individuals who, from behind the walls of freedom of expression in media and through various platforms, especially during the COVID period, use different methods to denounce religious beliefs (as one of the fundamental human rights). However, they fail to recognize that the same laws and standards that emphasize the principle and right of “freedom of expression” have also set limits and boundaries for it. Article 19, paragraph 3 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights explicitly states: “The exercise of the rights provided for in paragraph 2 of this article [freedom of expression] carries with it special duties and responsibilities and may therefore be subject to certain restrictions, which must be provided by law and necessary for respect for the rights or reputations of others, the protection of national security or of public order, or of public health or morals.” According to Article 19, paragraph 3 (a) of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, respect

Footnotes:
1 – In this text, government clerics are exempt from the term “religious people.”
2 – Religion itself is considered one of the sciences under the titles of theology and religious sciences, and the reason for using the phrase “science and religion” which apparently shows their difference and even conflict, is the literary tradition of similar texts.
3 – Swami, Saurabhnath. (2015). “Death to Deathless: A Beginners Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment”
4 – www.wikiquote.org
5 – John S. Rigden. (2001). “Rabi, Scientist and Citizen”, Harvard University Press
6,7,8 – www.wikiquote.org

Footnotes:
1 – In this text, government clerics are excluded from the term “religious people.”
2 – Religion itself is considered one of the sciences under the titles of theology and religious sciences, and the reason for using the phrase “science and religion” which apparently shows their difference and

Created By: Mari Mohammadi
May 21, 2020

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