Philosophy and Theology. Science and Knowledge, Truth and Life

Abstract

This article addresses two distinct issues related to the separation between philosophy and theology, and between science and knowledge. Firstly, it considers the formal aspect of reality, which concerns the specific objects of study for disciplines like science, philosophy, and theology. Secondly, it examines the question of the unity of truth, exploring whether or not a holistic understanding of truth is possible. The main hypothesis, which is argued throughout the article, is that science and knowledge are distinct, with science operating within the realm of "rational" inquiry while knowledge encompasses a broader range of human understanding including experiential and speculative dimensions. Similarly, theology and philosophy, while distinct disciplines, are both oriented toward truth and life. The article critically engages with the ideas of philosophers such as Emmanuel Kant and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry to elucidate these complex relationships.