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In a context of biological [[evolution]], Pope [[John Paul II]] wrote:
 
In a context of biological [[evolution]], Pope [[John Paul II]] wrote:
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{{QuoteBox|A theory is a metascientific elaboration, distinct from the results of observation but consistent with them. By means of it a series of independent data and facts can be related and interpreted in a unified explanation. A theory's validity depends on whether or not it can be verified, it is constantly tested against the facts; wherever it can no longer explain the latter, it shows its limitations and unsuitability. It must then be rethought. <ref>Pope John Paul II, [http://www.cin.org/jp2evolu.html Message to Pontifical Academy of Sciences] October 22, 1996.</ref>}}
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|} be verified, it is constantly tested against the facts; wherever it can no longer explain the latter, it shows its limitations and unsuitability. It must then be rethought. <ref>Pope John Paul II, [http://www.cin.org/jp2evolu.html Message to Pontifical Academy of Sciences] October 22, 1996.</ref>}}
 
  
 
The term "theory" is often used outside of the realm of [[natural science]], such as in [[music theory]], [[number theory]] or [[Marxism|Marxist theory]].
 
The term "theory" is often used outside of the realm of [[natural science]], such as in [[music theory]], [[number theory]] or [[Marxism|Marxist theory]].

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A theory is an explanation of facts: "A model or framework (made up of a body of principles) to explain phenomena." [1]

In a context of biological evolution, Pope John Paul II wrote:

A theory is a metascientific elaboration, distinct from the results of observation but consistent with them. By means of it a series of independent data and facts can be related and interpreted in a unified explanation. A theory's validity depends on whether or not it can be verified, it is constantly tested against the facts; wherever it can no longer explain the latter, it shows its limitations and unsuitability. It must then be rethought. [1]

The term "theory" is often used outside of the realm of natural science, such as in music theory, number theory or Marxist theory.


References

  1. ↑ Pope John Paul II, Message to Pontifical Academy of Sciences October 22, 1996.

See also