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Redeeming Mathematics: A God-Centered Approach

Vern Sheridan Poythress
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Question: What does God have to do with mathematics?

Answer: Everything.

In this book, Vern Poythress argues that the harmony of abstract mathematical truths, the physical world of things, and the personal world of our thinking depends on the existence of the Christian God. Poythress shows that these distinct "perspectives" on mathematics cohere because all three find their origin in God's consistent character and nature.

Whether it's simple addition and subtraction or more complex mathematical concepts such as set theory and the nature of infinity, this fascinating book lays a theistic foundation for all mathematical inquiry.

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  • Cover Type
    Paperback
  • ISBN
    9781433541100
  • Page Count
    208
  • Weight
    0.55 lb
  • Publisher
    Crossway/Good News Publishers
  • Publication Date
    January 2015

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“Redeeming Mathematics is a valuable addition the growing literature on the relationship between mathematics and Christian belief. Poythresss treatment of three distinct dimensions of mathematicsas transcendent abstract truths, as part of the physical world, and as comprehensible to human beingsis a unique and helpful addition to the conversation on this relationship. The book is accessible to non-specialists, but even those who are well-versed in these matters will find much to interest and challenge them.”

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— James Bradley

Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, Calvin College; author, Mathematics Through the Eyes of Faith; Editor, Journal of the Association of Christians in the Mathematical Sciences

About the Author

Vern S. Poythress is professor of New Testament interpretation at Westminster Theological Seminary, where he has taught for over three decades. He has six earned degrees, including a PhD from Harvard University and a ThD from the University of Stellenbosch. He is the author of numerous books on a variety of topics, including biblical interpretation, language, and science.

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