The discussion centers on the belief systems of biologists, with a significant number identifying as atheists or agnostics. Various surveys, including one from Nature, indicate that approximately 60-70% of biologists do not adhere to traditional religious beliefs, contrasting with other scientific fields like physics and mathematics. Participants argue that belief in evolution does not inherently equate to atheism, and many scientists maintain personal spiritual beliefs without conflict with their scientific understanding. The conversation highlights the complexity of the relationship between science and religion, particularly in the context of evolutionary biology.
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Intuitive said:Anybody work out an equation for the existence of GOD yet?
Garth said:Perhaps you might have the wrong equation? Try
1 = 1!
Garth
When asked in the Hebrew Bible who it was, god said, "just call me I Am". Thus, a possible equation for god would be [I Am = I Am]. Now in philosophy, this equation can be reduced to [A=A], which is called the Law of Identity. The Law of Identity is called an axiomatic concept in philosophy, it cannot be derived from thinking, it must just be accepted as a true starting point in further discussion as long as one wants to use "logical" rules for argument. Thus, we can say that god is the Law of Identity personified, and the equation for god is [A=A].Intuitive said:Anybody work out an equation for the existence of GOD yet?
Thank you.Rade said:When asked in the Hebrew Bible who it was, god said, "just call me I Am". Thus, a possible equation for god would be [I Am = I Am]. Now in philosophy, this equation can be reduced to [A=A], which is called the Law of Identity. The Law of Identity is called an axiomatic concept in philosophy, it cannot be derived from thinking, it must just be accepted as a true starting point in further discussion as long as one wants to use "logical" rules for argument. Thus, we can say that god is the Law of Identity personified, and the equation for god is [A=A].