Consider the life of Albert Einstein, which is now a closed book. It was a life mostly spent in the contemplation of nature and mathematics. Althought he was given to making Deisitic statements like "God does not play dice with the Universe", as a matter of historical record he:
1) was not a practicing Jew, although he was born a Jew;
2) he did not accept Jesus as his Savior;
3) was not Islamic;
4) did not practice any formal religion (although one of his decendants could, in the future, convert to the Church of Latter-Day Saints).
He lived a life that was largely free of sin, although he was divorced, was unfaithful to both his wives, and tended to be emotionally distant from his children. He did write the famous letter to President Roosevelt that started the atomic bomb project, although the development of the bomb was inevitable anyway.
What is the scriptural evidence that indicates the possible fate (if so decided) of Einstein in the afterlife? Please give references.
2007-01-22
01:54:39
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Ruel The Midianite
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There wasn't enough room, so please let me make clear that I am not trying to second-guess God's judgement, nor am I interested particularly in Einstein. The question relates mostly to our own lives, and Einstein as an exemplar---what can scripture teach us about the life of such a man, and what can we learn from it?
2007-01-22
02:08:59 ·
update #1