Is this why it is easier for people to believe in a creator

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In summary, the conversation discusses the belief in a creator as an explanation for the existence of the universe. The speaker argues that this belief is easier for people to accept than the idea of science having all the answers. They also mention the potential conflict between science and religion, and the concept of an unknowable mystery. The conversation ends with a warning about violating rules regarding religious discussions.
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Because science yet has to fill the puzzle of how the world came into existence from nothing so the reason that makes sense for people is that a creator whom is not restricted to the laws of the universe or any made it
Until science reveals

Am I right
 
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I'm not sure if "makes sense" is the right term. There are a myriad of reasons as to why people believe an intelligent entity created/runs the universe. You aren't going to be able to pin it down to just one all encompassing explanation. Having said that your post resembles the "God of Gaps" argument whereby people justify their belief/argument by fallaciously asserting that because there is no explanation for phenomenon X an intelligent being (usually from their religious belief) is responsible.
 
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I want to ask "who created the creator? did the creator come into existence from nothing?" ...so it doesn't make sense.
 
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shashankac655 said:
I want to ask "who created the creator? did the creator come into existence from nothing?" ...so it doesn't make sense.

But people that believe in a creator accept the question as an unknowable mystery that a entity out of our laws and universe knows so that's why it also makes it easier to believe in an accept than a question that man supposedly could answer but still has not
 
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thenewguy1 said:
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No, you're not.

You are implicitly assuming the existence of an inherent conflict between science and religion. There is of course a potential for conflict between science and religion; some branches of some religions do subscribe to beliefs that have been falsified by science. Some branches, mind you. There are plenty of scientists who are also religious. They do not see an inherent conflict between science and religion. There are plenty of lay people who accept scientific teaching and also believe in some religion. They too do not see an inherent conflict between science and religion.

You are also implicitly assuming that science will have all of the answers. Science does strive to give an ever deeper explanation of the universe, how we came into existence, the nature of consciousness, etc. However, the fervent hope of scientists, whether deeply religious or adamantly atheist, is that science will not have answers to all of the outstanding questions in their lifetime (or at least not until they retire). What would they do for a living if science did come up with all of the answers?

While religion need not depend on gaps in science, science most certainly does.
 
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No, you're not.

You are implicitly assuming the existence of an inherent conflict between science and religion. There is of course a potential for conflict between science and religion; some branches of some religions do subscribe to beliefs that have been falsified by science. Some branches, mind you. There are plenty of scientists who are also religious. They do not see an inherent conflict between science and religion. There are plenty of lay people who accept scientific teaching and also believe in some religion. They too do not see an inherent conflict between science and religion.

You are also implicitly assuming that science will have all of the answers. Science does strive to give an ever deeper explanation of the universe, how we came into existence, the nature of consciousness, etc. However, the fervent hope of scientists, whether deeply religious or adamantly atheist, is that science will not have answers to all of the outstanding questions in their lifetime (or at least not until they retire). What would they do for a living if science did come up with all of the answers?

While religion need not depend on gaps in science, science most certainly does.

No what I meant is that they believe in the proven facts of science but it's just that when there is an unproven question like the one stated that people seem to resort to creator who is out of our laws and universe which is easier to believe in than a group of men who yet have to find an answer
 
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This thread comes this close to violating our rules on religious discussions, and is just begging someone to make a post that does violate those rules.

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FAQ: Is this why it is easier for people to believe in a creator

Why do some people find it easier to believe in a creator?

There are many possible reasons for this, including cultural and societal influences, personal experiences, and a desire for a sense of purpose or meaning in life. It may also be due to a lack of understanding or acceptance of scientific explanations for the natural world.

Is there any scientific evidence to support the existence of a creator?

As scientists, we rely on empirical evidence and the scientific method to understand the natural world. Currently, there is no scientific evidence that can definitively prove or disprove the existence of a creator. However, many scientific theories and discoveries can be compatible with religious beliefs.

Can belief in a creator coexist with scientific understanding?

Yes, many people hold both religious beliefs and an understanding of science. While some may see them as conflicting, others view science as a way to understand the mechanisms and processes of the universe created by a higher power.

Aren't science and religion fundamentally opposed to each other?

Science and religion can be seen as separate realms of human understanding, with science focused on empirical evidence and religion focused on faith. While there may be some overlap and conflicts between the two, they can also complement each other in many ways.

How does the concept of a creator fit into our understanding of evolution?

The theory of evolution explains how species change and adapt over time through natural selection. While some may see this as conflicting with the idea of a creator, others see it as a means through which a higher power created and shaped the diversity of life on Earth.

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