Big Bang - galaxies not mapping onto a point

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Einstein criticized the Big Bang theory, arguing that if galaxies and stars were traced back in time, they would not converge at a singularity but would miss each other. Despite widespread acceptance of the Big Bang theory, it has been suggested that the initial singularity concept is flawed. Current understanding indicates that while the Big Bang theory accurately describes cosmic evolution, it cannot be applied to the very early universe. This raises questions about the validity of the singularity as a starting point. The discussion highlights the need for alternative explanations regarding the universe's origins.
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According to Einstein, the Big Bang theory did not make sense because he said if you mapped the paths of the galaxies and stars back in time they would not collide at a singularity at the center of the universe, they would miss each other. Since many people accept the Big Bang theory, has it been proven that they do map onto each other? Or is there another explanation?
 
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I'd like to see a reference to that statement, please.
 
gsingh2011 said:
According to Einstein, the Big Bang theory did not make sense because he said if you mapped the paths of the galaxies and stars back in time they would not collide at a singularity at the center of the universe, they would miss each other. Since many people accept the Big Bang theory, has it been proven that they do map onto each other? Or is there another explanation?
Well, that starting point of the big bang theory, the beginning singularity, is known to be wrong. The big bang theory is still an accurate description of what happens later. We just can't take it seriously for very early times.
 

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