Science versus religion during the scientific revolutionThe scientific revolution marked the beginning of useful and accurate knowledge of the physical world. The old Aristotelian science began to decline as scholars questioned old beliefs and proved new theories. They used mathematics, experimentation and new technologies to rediscover and describe the physical world in innovative ways. Matthews explains: “These early modern scientists and philosophers opposed faith with reason, dogma with skepticism, and divine intervention with natural law. They accepted as true what could be proven mathematically and rejected as false what could not” (415). The world was beginning to perceive the universe and physics in a new and more precise way thanks to the curious and relentless researchers of the scientific revolution. Some of the great scholars who expanded the view of the universe by questioning long-held beliefs were Nicolaus Copernicus, Johannes Kepler, Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton. Nicolaus Copernicus' contributions to astronomy and physics proved pivotal in sparking a change in views of the universe. Born in Poland in 1473, Copernicus' parents died before he was 12 years old. His uncle then raised him and Copernicus continued his studies of canon law, medicine and astronomy. His education proved that he had a comprehensive view of the universe that included both religious and scientific facets as he earned a doctorate in canon law and medicine. Thanks to his education, he continued to serve the Church and science throughout his life. He used an astronomical tower, a moon and sun tracking device, and an astrolabe to develop a revolutionary heliocentric view of the universe. For many years, scientists have described...... middle of article ......l how to solve problems in mechanics and physics using nonlinear equations. His research and reporting helped develop modern ideas and laws of the universe. Through informed and unbiased records of the universe, humans have a more accurate view of the workings around us. Fortunately, there were curious and relentless men who dedicated their lives and risked their freedom to provide detailed and accurate information about the universe. Without them, humans may never have fully understood universal laws and accepted the false teachings of the Church. This persistent and unyielding attitude can be helpful to modern humans to ensure human existence. Should we question or look beyond what we are given or should we just accept what we are told? From history we can infer that investigation leads to better understanding and possible improvement of current practices..