I liked Boyle's union of science and G-d. I have always felt that they are intertwined. I also admired his giving to poor people. The concept of being in debt to humanity is very beautiful. I have a question: Boyle evidently had an enlightened respect for G-d's creatures. Why did he put animals in that vacuum chamber? I also have a correction to the essay: Alchemists were forced to work in secret and keep their findings secrete because they would be penalized by the Inquisition. It had nothing to do with personal gain!!!
I liked Boyle's union of science and G-d. I have always felt that they are intertwined. I also admired his giving to poor people. The concept of being in debt to humanity is very beautiful. I have a question: Boyle evidently had an enlightened respect for G-d's creatures. Why did he put animals in that vacuum chamber? I also have a correction to the essay: Alchemists were forced to work in secret and keep their findings secrete because they would be penalized by the Inquisition. It had nothing to do with personal gain!!!