Is the universe friendly, hostile, or something else?

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Who started this, anyway?

What did God mean by “creation of heaven” as we read in the Genisis account? If it was to mean the entire universe, as some say because of how one may read the Genesis account, then what of the idea that God began mortal life like Adam; a man like him, and like us; and Eve, a woman, like women today? That, as a man, God the Father, too, had a God as a fatherly figure, and that this paradigm continues into infinity in both directions, like a mathematic line, as opposed to a ray? Then “heaven,” in biblical creation description, may include only our galaxy; the so-called “Milky Way,” and that other galaxies we observe from Earth may be the creation of older generational gods, with children, like us, and including once God, himself, as a mortal child like us. This, then, infers  there're mothers in heaven, too. This actually makes more sense than a limited beginning that reaches an end point, thus a segment, or a fixed beginning, and an endless future, thus a ray, and not an eternal line. I prefer the eternal line of past, present, future.

Therein, within our as yet imperfect galaxy, may exist a perfect place that is God’s perfect domicile, from which he observes the comings and goings of stars and planets… and residents, like us, in imperfect places, becoming, ever so gradually, potentially, perfect, like our mother and father in heaven.  

Then, “Who started this, anyway” has a longer answer, and the story would like to be fully told finally, someday. Here's a hint to achieve "someday:"

"The most important decision we can make is whether we believe in a friendly or hostile universe." - AlbertEinstein

Yes, Einstein did believe in God; many scientists do. But, let's not try to justify any religion on the basis of his belief as compared to, for example, Stephen Hawking, whose commentary on God was an impersonal god, at best, and not even a creator, and probably, because there were and are as many religious interpretations of who God is as there were and are scientific theories on the origin and structure of the universe, a subject of intense interest by both physicists.

However, regardless of how one acknowledges God, there is this dichotomy of universal consideration of being friendly, or hostile, and has much to do with whether we accept free will or universal determinism. When we are in the friendly universe camp, it is far easier to accept the free will camp along side it, but the opposing hostile universe camp will not easily observe such a condition, siding with determinism; that our lives are already defined, cataloged, and set in stone.

So, is the universe friendly, hostile, or something else?”
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A year before Einstein died, he didn't believe in God and even the Jewish Religion.
he wrote in 1953:
For me, the word God is nothing more than the expression and product of human weaknesses, the Bible a collection of honourable but still exceedingly primitive legends.
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For me, the unadulterated Jewish religion, like all other religions, is an incarnation of primitive superstition. And the Jewish people, to whom I gladly belong and whose mentality I am deeply embedded in, for me, possess no dignity distinct from all other peoples'. In my experience, they are also no better than other human groups, although they are protected from the worst excesses by a lack of power. Otherwise I cannot discern anything "chosen" about them.

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What makes you think that Einstein believed in the same God you do?

I remind you that Einstein believed in Spinoza's God. Unless you tell us that you also believe in Spinoza's God which is very different to the Christian God.
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Stephen Hawking did not believe in God. He was a prominent atheist who often expressed his views on the lack of a divine Creator. In his final book, he explicitly stated, "there is no God," reinforcing his lifelong beliefs. Although he acknowledged that the universe and life have meaning, he rejected the conventional notion of God. Hawking's views remained consistent throughout his life, and there is no evidence that he changed his stance before his death. 




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Why did God let all those young girls in Texas be killed?
Remember that Camp Mystic, is an all-girls Christian summer camp in South Texas.
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What makes you think that Einstein believed in the same God you do?

Did you miss my commentary: " But, let's not try to justify any religion on the basis of his belief as compared to, for example, Stephen Hawking, whose commentary on God was an impersonal god, at best, and not even a creator, and probably, because there were and are as many religious interpretations of who God is as there were and are scientific theories on the origin and structure of the universe, a subject of intense interest by both physicists."
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Stephen Hawking did not believe in God
I didn't say he did. Like I said, he thought God was impersonal, and not a creator. That's pretty much a denial.
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Why did God let all those young girls in Texas be killed?
You're asking me? Ask Him. You blame him, why not direct the question to your accused cause? If I want to know why my wife is going to make pork and beans soup tonight [I hate it, and she knows] I should... what? Ask my neighbor? No, I ask her. Get it?

As for Camp Mystic, well, the area is well-known as a flood zone, often referred to as a "hundred-year flood" area. Did God choose to put a camp there? No, so why blame him? I am sick and tired of the choice to blame God for every little inconvenience [I'm not calling the TX flood an inconvenience, but, wow.] We blame him for everything. Why not thank him more oftenfore all the good he provides, and maybe he would step in to prevent stuff we think is harmful. If we only use him to gloss over own own poor choices of dominion, what do we expect?  He's not a patsy we can shove around at our will.
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God said nothing.

Men wrote stories.

And without  a sophisticated life support system, you wouldn't last five minutes outside of the Earths atmosphere.

Actually, getting there wouldn't be a walk in the park.


OK, so there might be a few other habitable planets out there somewhere.

Just unknown specks of salvation in an otherwise hostile Universe.


Or it could all be a simulation.
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So, is the universe friendly, hostile, or something else?
Hostile, of course. There are literally millions of diseases and bacteries trying to kill me all the time, along with all the people who pray for my painful death.

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Why not thank him more oftenfore all the good he provides
Fine. Thank you God for all the goodies!
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@fauxlaw
You know what I'm talking about. It's not about mere interpretions but different notions of what God is. Spinoza's God is not even a God strickly speaking but the nature as it is.


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Here is a fun fact: most people dont die a natural death. They die from painful disease or die in accident.
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Actually, natural death can occur due to a wide range of causes including terminal illnesses, organ failure, heart disease, respiratory illnesses, cancer, or neurological disorders. Just be happy people said you looked like Adam when we did the Magic Mike Show at our Big Bang Club. I'm sure Zed is happy that the girls said he looked like Big Dick Richie!
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Around 60% of people die from painful disease, 20% die in accident, and only 10% die in their sleep.

Take your chance, boy!
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The leading causes of death, by percentage, are primarily non-communicable diseases, with heart disease and cancer consistently ranking at the top. Other major causes include stroke, chronic lower respiratory diseases, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and unintentional injuries. Globally, these top 10 causes account for a significant portion of deaths, with heart disease being a major contributor. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

1. Heart Disease:

Ischemic heart disease is a leading cause of death globally, accounting for a substantial percentage of deaths. 

2. Cancer:

Various forms of cancer are a major cause of mortality worldwide. 

3. Stroke:

Cerebrovascular diseases, including stroke, are a significant contributor to death and disability. 

4. Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases:

Conditions like COPD are a major cause of death, especially among older populations. 

5. Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias:

These neurodegenerative diseases are increasingly impacting mortality rates, particularly with aging populations. 

6. Diabetes:

Diabetes is a significant health concern globally, contributing to death and disability. 

7. Unintentional Injuries:

Accidents and injuries, both in transit and non-transit incidents, are a leading cause of death. 

8. Influenza and Pneumonia:

These respiratory illnesses are significant causes of death, particularly among vulnerable populations. 

9. Kidney Disease:

Chronic kidney disease is a major health problem globally, leading to a significant number of deaths. 

10. Suicide:

While not always the top cause, suicide is a significant cause of death, particularly among younger populations. 
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You know that I'm as old as Trump, don't you?
No way mate!
So, is the universe friendly, hostile, or something else?”
Nothing. The universe is not conscious. It just is.
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You know that I'm as old as Trump, don't you?
I am still young and hot, and ChatGPT told me that with my diet and lifestyle, I probably wont live past 35. So I will never get old 😊
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C'mon Man!
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So, is the universe friendly, hostile, or something else?”
Saying "the universe" is too much. Though, we can tell the planet Earth is hostile broadly speaking.

This is the price we have to pay to evolve as quick as possible, according to aliens. I'm sorry but I can't help mentioning what aliens say about it, it's just that it makes more sense than the religious stuff.

The aliens also say that this world is the most difficult in the universe while other primitive worlds are more friendly. You should know that the Earth is an experimental world that was assigned to the aliens that look like us. The problem was that another alien species (the fallen angels) was expecting to be in charge of it so they didn't agree with the decision and as retaliation they have been sabotaging this experiment partnering with certain human beings so to control the humanity by means of the economy, the religion and the politics. There are many techonologies that have been kept from us that could make our lives much easier but weren't released because of this sabotage.
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The aliens also say that this world is the most difficult in the universe while other primitive worlds are more friendly. 
Been hearing this from my alien friend pretty often tbh.
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Well, I'm actually a few months younger than Trump.
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 people who pray for my painful death.
Y'all know I'm not one of them. And to hell with those that do. No that's a hostile place. AS for the rest, eh, just not ready for us, yet. but, we have time to wait.
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I got this from the testimonies of the many people that had contact with ETs. I didn't make anything up.
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God said nothing
Ears to hear. I have conversation with him all the time. Even call him "dad," because he is. No, I don't hear words, I feel impreessions that do convert to words in my head. Some call that crazy, but arhat's on them. No one's put a straightjacket on me, yet.
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lot's of goodies. Make a habit of that. We all like to hear thanks
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Alright. Lots of goodies.
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You know what I'm talking about.
Yes, I now what you're talking about. To me, God is very personal, very caring,  and very supportive. But then , I've been dealing on a personal basis with him ever since, at 5, he directly answered me when I asked him, I thought then, a serious question, knowing I would have a response. And ever since, whenever I start a conversation, I always precede by saying, "thanks." Sometimes, that's all  I can say.
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And here's another fun fact; death is just a door to another room in Dad's mansion.