C.S. Lewis on Science and Miracles

This class explores C.S. Lewis’ views on the relationship between science and the supernatural, focusing on his reflections on miracles and their place in a rational world. Through a study of his works, students will examine how Lewis challenges materialism and presents a vision of reality where the divine intersects with the natural world. His ideas on the limits of scientific explanation and the possibility of miracles are central themes, with particular attention given to the imaginative power of faith. The character of Aslan in “The Chronicles of Narnia” serves as a powerful symbol of divine intervention, offering a narrative lens through which Lewis conveys profound truths about the world beyond the physical. By engaging with Lewis’ thought, students will gain insights into the harmony between reason, belief, and the miraculous, contemplating the mysteries of existence from both a scientific and spiritual perspective.

Troy Catterson, Ph.D., is the director of the Ph.D. program in Humanities and Technology at Salve Regina University. He is also an associate professor of philosophy. He has published numerous articles in top academic journals on logic, metaphysics, ethics and the concept of God.