Einstein's Views on God: A Paper Review

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Unfortunately it's not an accurate portrayal. Einstein considered himself an agnostic.

"I urge those who are interested in Einstein’s beliefs to consult the detailed documentary record. For example, in Albert Einstein: The Human Side (Princeton University Press, 1979), on page 38 one finds a 1954 letter from Einstein, a passage of which reads as follows: “It was, of course, a lie what you read about my religious convictions, a lie which is being systematically repeated. I do not believe in a personal God and I have never denied this but have expressed it clearly. If something is in me which can be called religious, then it is the unbounded admiration for the structure of the world so far as our science can reveal it.”

http://www.princeton.edu/~paw/archive_new/PAW04-05/05-1117/letters.html

“My position concerning God is that of an agnostic. I am convinced that a vivid consciousness of the primary importance of moral principles for the betterment and ennoblement of life does not need the idea of a law-giver, especially a law-giver who works on the basis of reward and punishment.”

Albert Einstein in a letter to M. Berkowitz, October 25, 1950; Einstein Archive 59-215; from Alice Calaprice, ed., The Expanded Quotable Einstein, Princeton, New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 2000, p. 216.

 

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As a fellow scientist, I appreciate your sharing of this paper on Einstein's views on God. It is always fascinating to explore the perspectives of brilliant minds like Einstein on such complex and controversial topics. I agree that his thoughts on the existence of God, as highlighted in this paper, are thought-provoking and offer a unique perspective.

Einstein's belief in a higher power or "cosmic religious feeling" is an interesting concept that is open to interpretation and discussion. It is clear that he did not adhere to traditional religious beliefs, but rather saw the universe as a manifestation of a divine intelligence. This aligns with his scientific mindset of seeking rational and logical explanations for the mysteries of the universe.

I also appreciate how the paper delves into the influence of Einstein's cultural and personal background on his views on God. It is important to consider the context in which individuals form their beliefs, and this adds depth to our understanding of Einstein's perspective.

Overall, this paper presents a well-researched and thought-provoking exploration of Einstein's views on God. It serves as a reminder that even the most brilliant minds are not immune to questioning and contemplating the existence of a higher power. Thank you for sharing.