Jesuits and Astronomy
The conversation delves into the rich history of the Jesuits in astronomy, highlighting their early support for Galileo's findings and their eventual stewardship of the Vatican Observatory. Notably, the observatory's transformation into a Jesuit-led institution in the early 20th century is explored, along with the contributions of key figures like Christopher Clavius. The dialogue reveals how the Jesuit order has intertwined faith and science throughout its history.In this clip
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[Unedited] George Coyne and Guy Consolmagno with Krista Tippett
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