• Question: does god egsit

    Asked by liamwilde to SJ on 25 Jun 2012.
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      SarahJayne Boulton answered on 25 Jun 2012:


      Hi Liam, thanks for your question!

      I’m assuming you meant to ask if God ‘exists’? Is that right?

      In this case you’ve got me stumped!! There are no current scientific methods or tests that we can do to prove or disprove the existence of an all powerful entity like God, however there are millions of people all over the world willing to testify that one does in fact exist. If you do a quick google search you’ll find all sorts of website claiming something as evidence and arguing about the existence or nonexistence of one thing or another.

      As a scientist it can be difficult to reconcile your religious beliefs and your scientific outlook, however there are plenty of incredibly well-rounded, motivated and clear-minded scientist in the world of all faiths. I’m not sure if we’ll ever be able to prove or disprove His existence either way, however to know would kind of miss the point of having faith.

      I’m sorry I can’t give you a black or white answer either way!

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