Can Science and Belief in God Coexist?

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The discussion explores the relationship between science and belief in God, focusing on whether these two domains can coexist. Participants express various viewpoints on the beliefs of scientists regarding God, the nature of atheism, and the implications of these beliefs on scientific inquiry.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants assert that many well-known scientists and physicists believe in God, while others challenge this claim, suggesting that a significant number are atheists.
  • A participant identifies as agnostic, describing it as a form of "good insurance."
  • Another participant argues that science and religion operate in different realms and should not contradict each other, implying that they address different questions.
  • There is a suggestion that scientific claims cannot definitively prove the non-existence of God, as they may pertain to different conceptual frameworks.
  • One participant expresses a desire to conduct a poll on beliefs regarding God among forum members.
  • Another participant notes that while they identify as an atheist, they still believe something initiated the existence of the universe.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the beliefs of scientists regarding God, with multiple competing views expressed. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the compatibility of science and belief in God.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference personal experiences and anecdotal evidence regarding the beliefs of scientists, which may not represent broader trends. The discussion includes varying definitions of atheism and agnosticism, which could influence interpretations.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to individuals exploring the intersection of science and religion, as well as those curious about the beliefs held by members of the scientific community.

drizzle
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How can science be against God!

I don’t and won’t attempt to discus religion. as I know, most well known scientist and physicists do believe in God the one who creates the universe [not all], but I noticed that a number of you guys don’t... in fact, I’m posting this to understand those of you who claim that they are non believers of such a god [Atheists]. Truly, loud and clear DON’T speak about religion [unless if religion itself is the cause of you turning to be an atheist, and don’t mention what religion was it, cause it’s not about comparisons between religions], and what scientific claims are there that proves there is no God?


I really want to know from you guys:smile:
 
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drizzle said:
as I know, most well known scientist and physicists do believe in God the one who creates the universe [not all]
You know that? I certainly don't think it's particularly clear. Unless you have actual evidence to back claim like this, you really should avoid them.
 


I am agnostic, it's good insurance.
 


Hurkyl said:
You know that? I certainly don't think it's particularly clear. Unless you have actual evidence to back claim like this, you really should avoid them.

fine then, no you're right, but it's not even the point of this thread [and note I did said not all, and that also doesn't necessarily means they're idols if the most are/aren't believers, I just wana say there are both views in the scientific community] I need to hear from the members here what do they think.
 


I'ld like to do a poll, who does believe in God and who isn't, how can I do it?
 


Winzer said:
I am agnostic, it's good insurance.

I wana understand please:smile:
 


drizzle said:
as I know, most well known scientist and physicists do believe in God
As far as I know, most of them don't, and I know quite a bunch of them personally.
drizzle said:
the one who [blablabl]
As far as I know, the few who do have some sort of faith would certainly not express it as naively. Several physicists who are believer and with whom I could talk personally would claim that faith feelings can be described as you share emotions, but not explained rationally and certainly not depicted as a human story, with a hero creating something and a villain trying to destroy it.

drizzle said:
what scientific claims are there that proves there is no God?
I think science and religion play in a different universe. None of them should contradict the other, otherwise it indicates one has conceptual issues with at least one of them. For me, your statement is as good as saying "car mechanics can fix my kitchen cooking".
 
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humanino said:
... For me, your statement is as good as saying "car mechanics can fix my kitchen cooking".

:smile: ok look I'm not trying to prove who's right or wrong... that was your own words and I want to hear it [:wink:]
 


Atheists = no belief in deities.

Most scientist I know and talk to are atheist. The ones who DO hold a faith though are as humanino stated not doing so naively. And most don't follow religious scripture as innerent.

I myself would consider myself an atheist... but I still believe something brought about the existence of our universe... but that's in another thread. You can go read it if you like. https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=314292
 
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This isn't philosophy. Just an opinion poll.
 

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