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“Fortuity is not based on intelligence of any kind. Furthermore, the theory of spontaneous evolvement would mean that a non intelligent nothing created everything—including beings with intelligence. That belief is clearly false and is clearly discredited by what I call “Demonstratable Logic.” It…” quote by Calvin W. Allison
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““Fortuity is not based on intelligence of any kind. Furthermore, the theory of spontaneous evolvement would mean that a non intelligent nothing created everything—including beings with intelligence. That belief is clearly false and is clearly discredited by what I call “Demonstratable Logic.” It can be shown that it takes something to create something. It cannot be shown that nothing can create something. It can be shown that it takes intelligence to create something with intelligence (a man and a wife can have children). It can not be shown that something without intelligence can create something with intelligence (living beings don’t just form on their own). The theory of a self spontaneous universe is clearly discredited by my following two principles of logic. 1. It takes something to create something. 2. It takes something with intelligence to create something with intelligence.””

Calvin W. Allison

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The argument claims that creation requires a creator, and that intelligence is necessary to produce intelligence, rejecting the idea of a self‑originating universe.

In simple terms: Creation needs a creator; intelligence creates intelligence.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the need for intentional agency in origins.

Themes

philosophy logic creation intelligence cosmology

Mood

thoughtful critical inquisitive

Type

philosophical argumentative

When to use this quote

  • theological debate
  • scientific discourse
  • education
  • public policy

Key Concepts

causality ontological argument epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can something arise without intelligence?
  • What evidence supports intelligent causation?
A Different Perspective

The claim assumes intelligence is the only possible cause, ignoring non‑intelligent processes.

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