ARGUMENTS AGAINST GOD AND RELIGION — Part I From Physical Sciences

Universe according to religious belief, who has created God?” But this question is totally illogical. It is sheer negation of logic. Furthermore, this objection is based on a clear contradiction. Those who believe in a universe without a Creator are not ready to believe in a Creator without a Creator. Therefore, if a universe can exist without a Creator, the existence of a Creator is also possible without a Creator. Conclusion Science is not an explanation of reality, it only elaborates upon nature. It is humanity’s attempt at interpreting nature. It is only concerned with the question: ‘What is it that exists?’ The question: ‘Why does it exist?’ is far beyond its purview. Yet it is upon this second issue that we should be seeking enlightenment. Nature is a fact, not an explanation. Nature does not explain, she is herself in need of an explanation. Scientific arguments pertain only to the material and physical world. In matters of the mind, soul, consciousness and conscience, science does not have much to offer. Scientists tell us what is happening. They do not provide answers to the question, ‘Why is it happening?’ and ‘What is the primary cause?’ There is a point beyond which it can offer no further explanations. Science upholds religious truths but cannot be expected to authenticate them. Modern research relies on the inferential method of scientific arguments as opposed to science based on direct observation. Quantum mechanics, the nature of light, electron configuration are all examples of this method of argument. How then can the same method of argument be not accepted when applied to religion? Scientific arguments pertain only to the material and physical world and phenomenon therein. In matters of the mind, soul, consciousness and conscience, science does not have much to offer. Things are as they are. We cannot change the hard reality: we simply have to acknowledge it, accept it, bow to it. Now, if we are not to adopt an ostrich-like attitude, our best course is to believe in actuality, rather than deny it. By denying the truth, it is man who loses. His denial of the truth in no way alters, harms, or diminishes it. The truth is the truth. o .....to be continued.