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Infinitude and diversity characterize our universe. Man has
been zealous seeker of unity in diversity. He has tried
every faculty and means to realize this noble end. Theology,
mythology, philosophy and science all have been the forms
shaped by his craving for unity.
Religion and science have shown themselves to be most
pervasive and influential. But what is their relationship?
Some see it as one of bitter hostility and ceaseless enmity.
This attitude appears negative. To some both have got
nothing to do with each other. This indifference seems
highly casual.
No doubt their realms are different but both affect each
other profoundly. We humans cannot afford to remain
indifferent and casual about things that shape our
understanding of ourselves and all that surrounds us. We, in
our humble way, are part of that portion of humanity that is
striving to seek points of convergence between the two. This
is, to us, the way of hope– driving force behind every
single great human achievement.
Say not
the struggle not availeth
The labour and the wounds are vain
And as things have been, they remain.
Surely,
hope is more likely to be beneficial than despair
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