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All three teachings purport to have some bearing on the origination of man - but that's about the extent of the similarities.
Evolutionary theory is the scientific model that explains how all modern species diverged from common ancestors.
Creationism is the school of thought that teaches that (some interpretation of) holy scripture is literally true, and that mankind was created by God or gods, specially and separate from all other lifeforms.
Intelligent design in its most general form does not reject evolutionary theory, but states that a guiding intelligence must have been involved in the divergence of lifeforms as they approached modernity. It may be seen as an attempt by religiously-minded people to reconcile their theistic beliefs with scientific findings, but it may also be seen as an attempt by creationists to insert their religious beliefs into science. It has been said that intelligent design is actually a form of creationism in disguise, and a response to the outlawing of the teaching of creationism in public schools. Some proponents of intelligent design (seemingly) accept the notion of common descent, while others outright reject it, reducing their intepretation of intelligent design to a more fundamental form of creationism. The basic teachings of intelligent design vary, depending on the person you ask, or the time and context in which you ask.
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What are the differences and similarities between creationism intelligent design and evolution?
The first two say "gee - it's so complicated somebody must have planed it" along with the extra ego trip that says that we're pretty special. Evolution says that one single rule can generate complexity from simplicity. (The rule is let the weak weed themselves out - we call it death.) Forget the God argument ... He could have invented evolution too. In fact, it would take a superior sort of entity to do do so.
Is intelligent design the same as creationism?
For the most part, yes, but there are some key differences. Intelligent Design (ID) does not mention who is the creator or deity. Creationism is based strictly on the Bible teachings in the book of Genesis. Either way, they both believe that humans are too complex to have been designed by evolution or natural selection.
What The work of which scientist caused controversy that still exits today?
The work of Charles Darwin, particularly his theory of evolution by natural selection, caused controversy during his time and continues to be a point of contention between proponents of evolution and those who advocate for creationism or intelligent design. The debate between evolution and creationism is still ongoing in various contexts, such as education, public policy, and religious beliefs.
What are the similarities between evolution and creationism?
There are none. Both agree that life forms exist, but are diametrically opposed as to how it got here.
What does the church think of intelligent design?
A few years ago, some members of the creationism movement adopted the name 'intelligent design' in an attempt to persuade the United States courts that not only was creationism science but that its advocates were neutral as to who the 'intelligent designer' was. Some creationists, who would otherwise be supportive of the Intelligent Design movement, are bitterly opposed to Intelligent Design because they resist any hypothesis that does not clearly and unambiguously put God at the centre of creation.Among the churches, there are different views on this so-called Intelligent Design. For example:In the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict has refused to endorse "intelligent design", instead backing "theistic evolution" which considers that God created life through evolution with no clash between religion and science. The position of the Catholic Church is in favour of the Theory of Evolution, not the obviously artificial construct of Intelligent Design.The Episcopal Church has said that the theory of evolution does not conflict with Christian faith. In 2006, the General Convention affirmed, via Resolution A129, that God is creator and added that "the theory of evolution provides a fruitful and unifying scientific explanation for the emergence of life on earth, that many theological interpretations of origins can readily embrace an evolutionary outlook, and that an acceptance of evolution is entirely compatible with an authentic and living Christian faith." This leaves no room for Intelligent Design.For more information on the background of the Intelligent Design movement, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation
Is there any contradiction between science and religion?
Yes...I suppose there are many contradictions. On of the biggest one is Evolution vs. Creationism. Science believes in the Theory of Evolution which is saying that all complex organisms developed from simpler organism. Most religions, believe in Creationism, which is that God designed and created everything.
What event publicly debated the subject of evolution and creationism and their place in education?
Several events have addressed this issue. As far as legal debates you could argue that it was the basis for the scopes monkey trial. More recently, there was a legal battle in Dover, Pennsylvania over the validity of "Intelligent Design" as science. It was ruled that "Intelligent Design" is a rebranding of "creationism", which has 2 issues rendering it inappropriate for a science class. 1. It is a religious view. 2. It is not supported by any scientific evidence. Therefore, creationism may only be taught in public schools as a philosophical belief.
What are Buddhist views on human evolution?
Evolution is a fact. A fact is an agreed-upon observation made by competent observers. Before Columbus, it was a fact that the world was flat. The Buddhist view - if you are concerned about the differences between creationism and evolution, as I suspect you are because you posed this question - is that it really doesn't matter. The things we find ourselves concerned with in this life, in this apprehension of reality, seem very important to us because when we aren't enlightened we live in the day-to-day world. Even so, we need to stay aware of the fact that there is a deeper understanding of reality, in which creationism and evolution are paltry distinctions, unimportant to bringing lasting happiness to all sentient beings.
Does Evolution have to be conflicted?
If you are referring to the theory of evolution in terms of how it is believed to work in practice then yes, there is conflict. 'Nature red in tooth and claw' is an analogy used to describe the practical implications and operation of 'survival of the fittest.' There is seen to be, in the operation of natural selection, a struggle for survival in which the 'most fit' survive. This conflict is seen as necessary for evolution to progress.If you are referring to conflict between the theory of evolution and those who believe in either young-earth Biblical creation or Intelligent Design, then yes, there is also conflict here. This arises because the science of evolution contradicts the religious interpretation of some groups.If you are referring to the conflict between some facts of science and the theory of evolution, then this is perfectly explained by such facts being misinterpeted to suggest evolution is incorrect or impossible. This conflict arises from the above.If you are referring to the conflict within evolutionary science itself: this conflict is not over the fact that evolution occurs - this is accepted by almost all of the scientific community - but on how it occurs; for example, between gradual evolution and punctuated equilibrium, or between different opinions on the classification of certain species.
What is the difference between a creationist and an Intelligent Design proponent?
Intelligent Design proponents are creationists, but not all creationists are Intelligent Design proponents. Proponents of Intelligent Design insist that it is not Creationism because it is not a specifically religious hypothesis. They hoped to convince the United States Supreme Court that their hypothesis is not based on religious beliefs and should be treated in law in the same way as is science. However, evidence presented to the Supreme Court showed that Intelligent Design is Creationism under another name, and that its proponents had always intended it to be so.For more information, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation
Should evolution and creationism be taught side by side in school?
Most certainly not side-by-side. That would imply that they are equivalent notions. Evolution, however, is a scientific theory, and creationism is religious myth. Evolution belongs in biology classes, creationism in something like comparative religion courses.
Is evolution the same as creationism?
No Answer 2 No. Creationism is faith, based on the Creation-story of Genesis and praises the biblical god as creator of all the Universe, all Earth and all life (in 6 days). Evolution is a theory of science (biology). The Theory of Evolution by Means of Natural Selection, first proposed by Charles Darwin and Alfred Russell Wallace. Evolution is part of natural science and explains the histories and diversifications of all of Earth's organisms. Evolution does not have to do with the origin of the Universe or the Planet Earth, which creationism may mention in its origins-explanations. (The origins of the Universe and the Solar System and Earth are explained by another branch of natural science - Cosmology and Astronomy). The Theory of Evolution states that life has changed since its beginnings (abiogenesis) by Natural Selection. The main unit of Evolution is the gene. Populations genetically diverge until they are so separate they are distinguishable and may become reproductively isolated. This is an instance of speciation, the origin of species. Evolution relies upon observation of the world to explain the world (genetics, palaeontology, comparative morphology are all used as evidence to construct the picture of evolution). Creationism relies on the writings of biblical texts to explain the world. There is no material evidence to support the claims of creationism as creationism is faith based. Indeed there are many contrasts between Evolution and Creationism. They both explain the same thing (life and how it came to be as it is today), but Evolution is logical and fact-collecting, a real process seen in the world today and (via fossils) in the distant past whereas Creationism is a comforting faith-based story with no backing evidence of events described in the creation story of Genesis.
