Return of the God Hypothesis

Three Scientific Discoveries That Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe

De: Stephen C. Meyer

Narrado por: Timothy Andrés Pabon

The New York Times best-selling author of Darwin’s Doubt presents groundbreaking scientific evidence of the existence of God, based on breakthroughs in physics, cosmology, and biology.

Beginning in the late 19th century, many intellectuals began to insist that scientific knowledge conflicts with traditional theistic belief - that science and belief in God are “at war”. Philosopher of science Stephen Meyer challenges this view by examining three scientific discoveries with decidedly theistic implications. Building on the case for the intelligent design of life that he developed in Signature in the Cell and Darwin’s Doubt, Meyer demonstrates how discoveries in cosmology and physics coupled with those in biology help to establish the identity of the designing intelligence behind life and the universe.

Meyer argues that theism - with its affirmation of a transcendent, intelligent and active creator - best explains the evidence we have concerning biological and cosmological origins. Previously Meyer refrained from attempting to answer questions about “who” might have designed life. Now he provides an evidence-based answer to perhaps the ultimate mystery of the universe. In so doing, he reveals a stunning conclusion: the data support not just the existence of an intelligent designer of some kind - but the existence of a personal God.

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©2021 Stephen C. Meyer (P)2021 HarperCollins Publishers

Devine creation, Devin accident Just an accident?

Stephen Meyer has done an admirable job of simplifying all the theories on the origins of the cosmos. It does become a slog for us of lower intellect because of all the philosophical scientist that have put forth their intricate theories and have built on others. And just like all the schools of thought in our culture, you have to rid yourself of the knotty problem of the Great Designer. A mere mention of God makes you superstitious and not allowed in high brow debate. One thing I gained from the read is that most of these astrophysicist and deep thinkers is they realize there was an event, some prime mover (which in Darwin's day they could deny), but they don't know what. It is worth the brain strain to listen, at least when you are turning in for the night. If you cannot engage you can snooze. But you will missout....rewind an try again

Fantastic

For those who love observational science and curious about what it implies about the origins of life and the universe itself.

Excellent couldn't put it down

Thank you for your wonderful detail. I learned a lot about creation in the past. You covered the History and current Science in GREAT DETAIL. All of your illustrations were easily understandable and you really help me to see the mind of Jehovah.

Isa 45:12    I made the earth and created man on it.
I stretched out the heavens with my own hands,
And I give orders to all their army.

Thorough Examination of Origin Theories

This is an excellent study on the various origins of the universe and life theories with strong arguments for intelligent design and refutations of theories proposing purely naturalistic processes. The author makes a good case for a personal, omnipotent and caring Creator. Even complicated theories and the science behind them are made understandable and comparable to other theories. I listened to the book from beginning to end, but it seems to me like any particular, related, subject of interest could be accessed simply by jumping to the appropriate chapter as the author repeats or reiterates pertinent information for each theory as necessary. Well done!

Fantastic!!!

Great book, loved it! One of the main strengths of this book is that it lays out and compares the competing theories of how we and the universe got here. It is quite long, and very detailed in its construction of an argument. Very thoughtfully put together. Some nice anecdotes of debates and discussions with other leaders in science and philosophy. Although the author doesn’t claim to prove the existence of God, he does make it blindingly obvious how flimsy the competing theories really are. In many respects they are simply too absurd to even take seriously, yet leading scientists are developing them and putting them forward with a straight face. This book highlights the limitations of the applicability of natural laws to our universe, and how extending those laws back prior to space and time existing as a cause of our universe’s existence has serious logical flaws. I don’t feel the author has overstated his case either - ever point is well reasoned and substantiated. This is some very, very rational thinking. Well done.

Thoroughly fleshed out concepts.

If you haven't read Meyer's other books preceding this one, that's okay. He touches on those concepts. This is more of an all encompassing work.

Great explanation!

Stephen goes into depth of why current naturalistic theories do not explain three phenomena of the world and why theistic belief is the current best explanation. He directly addresses his critics and their criticisms without name calling and ridicule. In fact he seems to admire many of them for their own academic achievements.

Amazing content

Love the details and content. Looking forward for more similar books. Definitely worth to listen

One of the best

Read the book and listened to the audio book. Great clear precision narration. This writing was needed. The author is well versed unbiased and knowledgeable

dense but worth it

great scientific exploration for the basis of faith; maybe a bit difficult for non-scientists, but over all revealing