No theory of creation

[Bandit]

there is probably a lot more than 11 dimensions.
I like that...

Of course! Or else another possibility is that the "creator" exists outside all dimensions, or exists "inside" all dimensions...or both!

[Friend]

Salaam to all

If science is to replace religion ,it shall have to discover the ultimate and absolute explanation .Let us take the example of a machine which is functioning without our being able to see how it works because it is enclosed in a metallic casing .When we remove this casing, we can see how the various cog wheels move in conjunction with a number of other parts of the mechanism . Does this mean that , in discovering the mechanics of the things , we have truly understood the cause of its motion ?have we really grasped its secrets ? And does the possession of knowledge about the functioning of a machine give us proof that it is self -manufacturing , self replicating and works automatically ? If the answer to this is " No" then how do a few glances at the mechanism of the universe prove that this entire system came into existence unaided and of its own accord , and is continuing to function independently ?

[Quahom1]

Originally Posted by Friend

Salaam to all

If science is to replace religion ,it shall have to discover the ultimate and absolute explanation .Let us take the example of a machine which is functioning without our being able to see how it works because it is enclosed in a metallic casing .When we remove this casing, we can see how the various cog wheels move in conjunction with a number of other parts of the mechanism . Does this mean that , in discovering the mechanics of the things , we have truly understood the cause of its motion ?have we really grasped its secrets ? And does the possession of knowledge about the functioning of a machine give us proof that it is self -manufacturing , self replicating and works automatically ? If the answer to this is " No" then how do a few glances at the mechanism of the universe prove that this entire system came into existence unaided and of its own accord , and is continuing to function independently ?

Ah' Lan Friend,

I believe you are correct. And I think Science will never replace religion for one simple reason:

Science is "cold", wherein Religion is "warm" (it can get pretty hot at times too)

Seriously, even scientists today are beginning to question the dogma they've been taught about the beginning of the universe, and "how" it came into being. So, you are in good company in your thoughts...

v/r

Q