“Science vs Religion”

The question as to whether or not religion belongs in a science classroom is a

very complex and difficult question. Religion can be looked at from different angles,

starting from its validity. Despite the lack of evidence to support the idea of creationism,

that in itself is not enough to warrant its exclusion from schools. I don’t think students

should be told who or what to believe in, but they should acquire enough knowledge

on both subjects in order to think and make the decision for themselves.

Most religions in the world, believe that God created Adam and Eve. The belief

that God created man out of the dust of the earth and Eve from one of Adam’s ribs, was

the way religion portrayed the formation of man. Until the idea of evolution came

around, people believed their religion for the lack of a better answer. In my opinion,

religion does not belong in a science classroom, because science runs on a

certain sets of rules and standards, in which all knowledge conveyed can be tested for its

validity. Due to how science relates to evolution, it may be easier to accept the scientific

theory, despite the fact that the origins are scientifically debatable. In a science course,

its history can be proven unlike in religion which is based on a belief; therefore it should

not be combined.

I think the controversy between science and religion stems from the point that

there is not one single idea that has been proven beyond doubt. Religious and scientific

views have always clashed with one another, which has led to confrontations between

nations because of their beliefs. The views in the bible, especially on the subject of

creation, has always been challenge by scientific research. Until the day someone comes

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up with the exact answers, these conflicts are necessary if society wants to remain

intellectually active.

I feel religion is necessary in today’s society. For some, it influences their daily

lives. Some say being raised in a religious environment has formed them into individuals

with acceptable morals and values. This belief could be a whole thesis in itself, because

although I was not raised in a religious environment, I’m still a person with acceptable

morals and values.

The underlying statement that there is a God, just because the Bible says so, is not

a valid argument. That is a belief, not the truth. But, I do believe that without religion,

civilization would not survive. Throughout the ages man has believed in some sort of

religion. Without religion he cannot comprehend the real purpose of his existence.

Science, as well as religion, will continue to play an important part in today’s

society because science is a process of thought, a way of testing how the universe was

created. Because of science, we now know much more about our universe, than any

other species that has ever lived before. And because of that knowledge, all of us are

better off. The future, if we pursue it wisely and knowingly, seems very bright to me.

In conclusion, religion and science have a common goal, and are not as far apart

as they commonly believed to be. I believe the best environment where our children

should learn about the difference is at home. The best teachers are always our

parents.

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