
Theistic Evolution: A Contemporary Thomistic Perspective | Fr. Mariusz Tabaczek, O.P.
The Thomistic Institute
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Philosophical and Theological Perspectives on Teleology in Evolution
Explore the evolution of teleological thinking in biology, from early philosophical views of goal-directedness to the rejection of teleology in favor of mechanistic explanations post-Darwin. The chapter covers the historical development of teleology, contrasting different perspectives on design and divine intervention in natural processes, leading to a modern understanding of teleology in evolution encompassing genetic, epigenetic, cultural, behavioral, and ecological influences.
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