Ralph Wendell Burhoe
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Ralph Wendell Burhoe (May 21[1] or June 21, 1911-May 8, 1997) was an important twentieth century pioneer interpreter of the importance of religion for a scientific and technological world. He was awarded the Templeton Prize in 1980.
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[edit] Birth and education
Ralph Wendell Burhoe was born on 21 June 1911, in Somerville, Massachusetts. He attended Harvard University from 1928 to 1932, but dropped out before he could complete his degree. In 1935-36, Burhoe spent eighteen months in theological study at Andover Newton seminary.
[edit] Contributions
Ralph Wendell Burhoe was the founder and former editor of Zygon: Journal of Religion & Science. He pursued a passionate investigation into the differences and similarities of theology and science, becoming one of the world's most informed voices in communicating this evolving research. He played a major role in the interdisciplinary pursuit of issues at the boundary of science and religion by offering a common ground for dialogue.
[edit] Awards
In 1980 he was awarded the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion. He became the first American ro win the Templeton Prize.
