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Life, the Universe, and Everything - the Quest for Truth - Oxford Think Week 2012

Theologian

Richard Swinburne


Duration

117.27


Uploaded to YouTube

14 October 2012

Added to Database

4 April 2026


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Science is credited as the most effective approach to answering questions. Scientifically derived facts are viewed as truths. But there are also truths to be found in mythology, in historical accounts, in philosophy. As we try to make sense of our world, to answer the big questions, how do we know what 'truths' to believe? Which, if any, of these is preeminent? Is there ultimately only one truth, or are there categories of truths? And in our quest for the truth, what sorts of questions should we be asking? Who is best placed to ask them?
Panelists:
Prof. Peter Atkins - Physical Chemist, Oxford University
Dr. Stephen Law - Philosopher, Heythrop College
Dr. Ard Louis - Theoretical Physicist, Oxford University
Prof. Richard Swinburne - Philosopher of Religion, Oxford University

Think Week is an annual series of talks and debates on subjects of interst to philosophers, atheists, skeptics and humanists.

http://www.thinkweek.co.uk/