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Polkinghorne Birth 1930
Born on October 16 1930, Somerset England -
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Education
John Polkinghorne was educated at Trinity College in Cambridge.
Bachelors in Mathematics-1952
Masters Degree in Quantum Field Theory-1955
Doctorate in Quantum Field Theory-1956
Secondary Doctorate in Elementary Particle Physics-1974 -
Professor at Cambridge
Became a professor of Mathematical Physics at Trinity College, Cambridge -
Fellow of the Royal Society
His work with Quantum Particles earned him the title of "Fellow of the Royal Society", a prestigious title reserved for the best and brightest English scientists. -
Transition from Scientist to Priest
Professor Polkinghorne stepped down from science to refocus his life on Religion and became an ordained minister. -
First published philosophical text
In 1983 he published his first book "The Way the World is", musing on religion and science. This book was important in explaining that religion and science are not mutually exclusive. -
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Writing Career
John Polkinghorne wrote many books, most of which were on the topic of religion and science. His concepts allowed for the pursuit of the spiritual and scientific. -
Knighthood
Queen Elizabeth II elevated Polkinghorne to Sir Polkinghorne to commemorate his achievements to the Church of England and science. -
"From Physicist to Priest"
His autobiography detailing his life and journey. I believe he wanted to share his view that you do not have to forget you religion of faith in the service of science. For those who do not subscribe to religion I believe it is still important because the concepts are still applicable from a philosophical standpoint.
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Death- March 9, 2021