So who or what created the universe?
Is there anyone who doesn't ask this question? If not, why not? I'm pretty confident that any thinker has pondered this. Hmmm... why is this such a concern of ours? Why is this question in our mind? Why were we not content with just being? You know, as in the earth was always here.
Well, regardless, we asked.
Science is now telling us that the universe came into existence when a primordial start of elemental condition started to expand. Which still begs the question, "where did that came from?" It's difficult to imagine nothing into something; it just doesn't make sense. We are always going to be asking, "where did that come from?"
Creationist on the other hand have decided a source. Whichever god they choose has just always been there. But just as the previous theory, there isn't quite a satisfaction. You can argue recursive creation for both, but then you are left with option 3: the universe has always been here.
But again, if you say that, why can't you say "God has always been here," or "the elements have always been there."
So, we are trying to pinpoint this beginning and are using the same arguments on each other as if they are irrelevant to our own theory.
There must have been something that started it all. Either the elements existed forever or a creator. So now we have to chose which we like better.
Which do you find more logical: something/someone has always been, or nothing turning into something?
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Comment by archaeopteryx on September 4, 2012 at 7:15pm -
"Astrology"??
My sign is a yellow triangle, reading, "Slippery when wet" --
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Comment by Unseen on September 4, 2012 at 7:19pm -
I'm an ophiuchus according to the recently revised zodiac. (more info)
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Comment by archaeopteryx on September 4, 2012 at 7:47pm
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What, they didn't have a sign for obnoxious?
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Comment by archaeopteryx on September 4, 2012 at 7:53pm
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I've spent my life as Pisces, and suddenly I'm Aquarius? Wow, suddenly I'm not ambivalent anymore, which is kinda sad, I've rather enjoyed being able to write with either hand --
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Comment by James Cox on September 4, 2012 at 8:27pm -
We could create a whole new zodiac: Obnoxious/Sarcastic, Ambivalent, Certain, Cautious, Courious, Pushy, Orthogonal/oppositional, yadayada....
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Comment by archaeopteryx on September 4, 2012 at 8:56pm
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You left out Grumpy and Dopey --
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Comment by archaeopteryx on September 4, 2012 at 8:58pm
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I just read this --
Democrats Drop 'God' From Party Platform
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Comment by archaeopteryx on September 4, 2012 at 9:01pm
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But this was retained --
"Faith has always been a central part of the American story, and it has been a driving force of progress and justice throughout our history. We know that our nation, our communities, and our lives are made vastly stronger and richer by faith and the countless acts of justice and mercy it inspires. Faith- based organizations will always be critical allies in meeting the challenges that face our nation and our world – from domestic and global poverty, to climate change and human trafficking. People of faith and religious organizations do amazing work in communities across this country and the world, and we believe in lifting up and valuing that good work, and finding ways to support it where possible. We believe in constitutionally sound, evidence-based partnerships with faith-based and other non-profit organizations to serve those in need and advance our shared interests. There is no conflict between supporting faith-based institutions and respecting our Constitution, and a full commitment to both principles is essential for the continued flourishing of both faith and country."
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Comment by Michael on September 4, 2012 at 9:13pm -
@Unseen,
Well stay tuned September 22.
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Comment by Michael on September 4, 2012 at 9:25pm
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Dreams are a reoccurring theme in the bible. Has anyone had dream that they felt was prophetic? It may just be a coincidence, but among diehards as myself, nothing is a coincidence.This comes up because last night I dreamt there was a boot on my tire and ticket on the windshield.The next day I arrived at work to fine my laptop gone and a note from security indicating that the device was not secured and therefore confiscated. It's returned required a signature from the General Manager.
It may be argued that it was not exactly like the dream. However, even in the bible, they are not exactly alike.
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