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In reply to the discussion: Did the Big Bang create God or did God create the Big Bang? [View all]gtar100
(4,192 posts)30. No intelligence behind the universe. Okay, how do you define "intelligence"?
Because I see a whole lot of intelligence. Even Merriam-Webster's human-centric definition holds hints of the intelligence in nature and the universe.
intelligence noun
in·tel·li·gence | in-ˈte-lə-jən(t)s
Definition of intelligence
1a(1) : the ability to learn or understand or to deal with new or trying situations : REASON
also : the skilled use of reason
(2) : the ability to apply knowledge to manipulate one's environment or to think abstractly as measured by objective criteria (such as tests)
c : mental acuteness : SHREWDNESS
b Christian Science : the basic eternal quality of divine Mind
2a : INFORMATION, NEWS
b : information concerning an enemy or possible enemy or an area
also : an agency engaged in obtaining such information
3 : the act of understanding : COMPREHENSION
4 : the ability to perform computer functions
5a : intelligent minds or mind
cosmic intelligence
b : an intelligent entity
especially : ANGEL
But I don't think the observation of intelligence in nature implies Christianity or other Abrahamic religions are right and therefore submission to religious authority essential. That to me is the opposite of intelligence.
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