What is the position of god in science?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between science and the concept of God, specifically as a creator of the universe. Participants conclude that science does not address the existence or non-existence of God, as it operates outside the realm of the supernatural. The consensus is that without scientific evidence, science cannot make definitive statements regarding the nature of God. Therefore, the position of God in science is effectively non-existent.

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Hi all

I know, that this question may have been asked many times before.

What is the position of god in science?

What proofs science can give for the existence or non-existence of god?

by god here, i mean a creator of the universe .. not the abrahamic concept of god


thank u
 
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hadeka said:
Hi all

I know, that this question may have been asked many times before.

What is the position of god in science?

What proofs science can give for the existence or non-existence of god?

by god here, i mean a creator of the universe .. not the abrahamic concept of god


thank u

There is no position on God in science. Science doesn't deal with the supernatural.

My view on it is that if something like that does exist, his existence is the equivalent of his nonexistence. Meaning, enjoy life and stop worrying about this stuff.
 
LightbulbSun said:
There is no position on God in science. Science doesn't deal with the supernatural.

It would be more accurate to say that since we have no scientific evidence for the existence of God, science can't even address the question. If we say that God is supernatural, then we are assigning definitions. Since we don't have any scientific evidence, we can't make statements as to the potential nature of a God.
 
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