Do you find it arrogant to think that...?

Question

1. The entire vast and infinite universe was created with humans in mind?
2. That man was created in god's image (ie. if intelligent life on another planet does exist, and looks different than us, they are either just another species or animal, created by a different god, or not created by god at all)
3. That this tiny spec of a world is god's main or only concern?
4. That if adam and eve brought evil/sin into the universe, that they also affected every other planet in the universe. Essentially, they brought death to life everywhere.

Seems that the bible/christianity makes man out to be the center of the universe. Religion just doesn't seem to comprehend the vastness of space; and makes us out to be arrogant and egotistical?

miriam - thanks for avoiding the question

wolfwood - I am atheist. but i don't think that makes the question any less valid

Amy - To think that with our current knowledge we could know anything about planets outside of our own solar system, let alone galaxy is . . . .well. . retarded.
To assume that there is no other life and that we were created as the sole intelligence in the universe is indeed arrogant

- I am not questioning god since I don't even believe he exists.
I question the beliefs of christians who seem to think that man is the most important thing in the universe.

Answer 1

Egotistical is the key word there. Religion STILL insists that man is the center of everything. Why on earth would a god create a seemingly infinite universe just for us lowly humans? What was the purpose of creating the stars in the Taurus nebula for? What is the purpose of creating a particular rock on Mars?

There was a time when the Church MURDERED people for suggesting that the earth was NOT the center of the solar system or universe. But religion never gives up, once they have one 'belief' shot down, they just make up another one. Its like an endless cycle of brainwashing.

Answer 2

I can see your point of view - it does seem arrogant. But here are my answers:

1. The entire universe was not created with humans as its center - God is center of creation. Man was not created to glorify man, but rather, to glorify God. And if an eternal, all mighty God exists, it makes sense that we were created for His worship.

2. Man created in God's image does not necessarily mean physically (although that's certain possible). God is Spirit, not flesh, and we have no idea what He looks like. I think that the verse also refers to our rationality, our mind and our heart.

3. Who says that its God's only or main concern? However, one thing we cannot question is how amazing our world is. How perfect the balance that allows humans and other lifeforms to thrive on this planet. Is it inplausible or arrogant to believe that God decided to create a world perfect for His creation? Why not?

4. That's an interesting question, one I've never thought about. I guess that with our very very limited evidence of life in the universe (our technology can only reach so far at this time), that you could actually use original sin as an argument FOR the lack of life on other planets. You do pose an interesting item here, though...

To answer your concluding questions: As I mentioned before, God is the center of the universe - man is His loving creation. We are made to glorify God, to worship Him as the rightful center of all creation.

I think that Christianity does comprehend the vastness of space - the more vast and huge the universe, the more in awe of God we should be. The bible refers to how vast the universe is (Job, among other books). And with that in mind, it makes us humble and awestruck at how we, as God's creation, are so special to one who is so amazingly incomprensible and uncontainable.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

The unstated purpose of religion is to make man the center of his own universe. That's why scientists have such a hard time with fundamentalism of any flavor. In our ancient past, religion was used to explain the inexplicable forces of the natural world. Because the institution of religion is structurally incapable of adopting humanity's vast and growing pool of knowledge, it has outlived its usefulness. Superstitious belief is a religious device used to maintain a pool of the faithful who willingly choose to remain ignorant of the true nature of reality.

Answer 5

The question beneath your question is not are these things astonishing; it is rather, are they true?

To prima facia reject something solely on the basis of seeming implausibility stops any legitimate quest for truth in its tracks. Were this sort of thinking to take over the sciences, man would never have discovered microbes, landed on the moon, nor harnessed the power of the atom.

I would suggest you start by a careful investigation - logical, methodical - of the actual evidence. Conduct an experiment about these claims and see if you can falsify them. In fact, if you would like a specific experiment you can conduct, email me and I will give you the details.

Tom

Answer 6

True it is very arrogent! Religion isn't a bad thing though it just makes it more bearable to think of life. Religious people appear to be more happier than those who see the world as you live you die - the end. Everyone has to have faith, ither in a god or in themselfs. - my opinion

Answer 7

Arrogant no.

A God of lovingkindness yes.

You can decide to believe or not that is your choice. God doesn't change.

He created the heavens and the earth, how beautiful, how fantastic. Nothing arrogant there. Questioning His wonderful design seems arrogant to me.

FYI Christianity is a relationship with Christ not a "religion".

Instead of shaking your fist at God and calling Him arrogant, try spending time reading and studying the bible.

You will be amazed to see that all of the biblical prophecy that has been fulfilled to date has been 100% accurate.

Answer 8

Isn't it interesting though with our vast knowledge and spirit of discovery, we still have found NO other planet that holds life or could hold life...

Maybe you should not consider it arrogance but a greater miracle that you were even born. Most Christians are thankful they are alive and part of the great plan our Creator has for us.

Answer 9

Remember that for the bronze age middle eastern goat herders who inspired the tales and legends you are referring to, the "universe" was just a couple of villages wide.

Answer 10

everyone and everything is the center of it's own universe.
religion is very limited.
we are arrogant and egotistical
we are divine and exceptional but only with good education , we are also the most dangerous destructive species when we are not.
what is God?