Analysis of science and religion’s views of creation. Polls given on what Americans believe (47% are strict creationists) and how battle is being fought in the schools. “Day-Age” and other religious theories are outlined. The metaphysical view of scientists is also explored.
Stephen Hawking: [used 12/12/93]
“If we do discover a complete theory (of everything) … we shall all, philosophers, scientists and just ordinary people, be able to take part in the discussion of why it is that we and the universe exist. If we find the answer to that, it would be the ultimate triumph of human reason … for then we would truly know the mind of God.”
Charles Darwin:
“I look at everything as resulting from designed laws, with the details left to the working out of what we may call chance. Not that this notion at all satisfies me. I feel most deeply that the whole subject is too profound for the human intellect.”
Paul Davies:
“My feelings about God and the universe have come about entirely through my science. I hesitate to use the word “God,” but in my studies of the universe I have come to the conclusion that there is some purpose to it. The universe has organized itself in such a way as to become aware of itself. As conscious beings, we are part of the purpose.”