Doru Costache coauthored a journal article with Richard de Grijs, “The Cosmology of David Bohm: Scientific and Theological Significance.” The article was published in Theology and Science 22:1 (2024): 204-220, DOI: 10.1080/14746700.2023.2294529.
Authors’ bios:
Richard de Grijs is a professor of astrophysics at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. He has a keen interest in the history of science. He is an Associate Editor of the Journal of Astronomical History and Heritage and Specialty Chief Editor (Fundamental Astronomy) of Frontiers in Astronomy and Space Sciences.
Doru Costache is a Romanian Orthodox clergyman living in Australia and an associate professor in patristic studies at the Sydney College of Divinity. He also is an Honorary Research Associate in Studies in Religion at the University of Sydney. He serves as co-editor of Christian Perspectives on Science and Technology.
Abstract:
We discuss David Bohm’s dual contributions as a physicist and thinker. First, de Grijs introduces Bohm’s universe, with an emphasis on the physical quest that led Bohm to the elaboration of an original cosmology at the nexus of science and philosophy. Next, Costache takes his cue from de Grijs’ explorations by highlighting the affinity between Bohm’s scientific cosmology and patristic ideas that are central to the Orthodox worldview. It is our hope that this approach will stir the interest of Bohm scholars in the Orthodox worldview and also lead Orthodox theologians to nurture an appreciation for Bohm’s cosmology.