Religion and science are commonly at odds in more respects than one. In a farfetched form of science, there is the science of performing an abortion and the confrontation that religion brings to that science. Religion feels it is wrong to perform such acts, which science feels it is an important stride that is necessary to be made.
However, in terms on Galileo, his confrontation of science and religion is that of the motion of the Earth and sun. While the Bible states that the sun revolves around the Earth, Galileo uncovered the truth that the Earth actually revolves around the sun. He faced much opposition due to the fact that it is said in the bible otherwise, yet he is able to face his challengers in debate. “The intention of the Holy Ghost is to teach us how one goes to heaven, not how heaven goes,” (Galileo 186). Many felt that whatever the Bible said was the absolute truth and should not be refuted, but Galileo knew in his heart that through his research and careful experimentation that the Bible was actually incorrect in regard to the motion of the planets.
Religion and science also butt heads in the area of experimentation. Experimentation on humans or animals alike is frowned upon by religion, however in science it is thought to be the only way for us to grow and learn. The two may never come together, but they must learn to collaborate.
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