Apocalyptic Quote by Taner Edis
“Of course, Jastrow's comment is exaggerated at best; theologians hardly predicted the Big Bang. If our universe turns out to be closed, hence with an end, this does not mean apocalyptic visions of the end of the world were on target. And even if a beginning for the universe is a successful prediction of one version of theism, this is still not that impressive. After all, even a stopped clock is right twice a day. The Big Bang becomes strong support for God only with an argument showing that such a beginning requires a Creator.”
About This Quote
Predicting a cosmic beginning does not prove a creator; even a stopped clock is right twice.
In simple terms: Cosmic predictions don’t guarantee divine proof.
Key Takeaway
Question the link between scientific theory and theology.
Themes
science
theology
philosophy
skepticism
cosmology
Mood
critical
inquisitive
skeptical
Type
analytical
philosophical
debate
When to use this quote
- debates on creation
- education
- public discourse
- philosophical inquiry
Key Concepts
argument from ignorance
burden of proof
scientific limits
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would convincingly link a beginning to a creator?
- How do we differentiate metaphorical from literal interpretations?
A Different Perspective
The analogy may ignore nuanced theological arguments.
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