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082			_a231.5 _bBAR
100			_aBartholomew, David J. _98376
245			_aGod, chance, and purpose : _bcan God have it both ways
260			_aDelhi _bCambridge University Press _c2008
300			_axii, 259p.,
500			_ahttps://www.cambridge.org/in/academic/subjects/philosophy/philosophy-science/god-chance-and-purpose-can-god-have-it-both-ways?format=PB&isbn=9780521707084
520			_a"Scientific accounts of existence give chance a central role. At the smallest level, quantum theory involves uncertainty and evolution is driven by chance and necessity. These ideas do not fit easily with theology in which chance has been seen as the enemy of purpose. One option is to argue, as proponents of Intelligent Design do, that chance is not real and can be replaced by the work of a Designer. Others adhere to a deterministic theology in which God is in total control. Neither of these views, it is argued, does justice to the complexity of nature or the greatness of God. The thesis of this book is that chance is neither unreal nor non-existent but an integral part of God's creation. This view is expounded, illustrated and defended by drawing on the resources of probability theory and numerous examples from the natural and social worlds. Accessible to a non-specialist readership Shows that chance serves a useful creative purpose rather than signifying the absence of purpose An authoritative handling of arguments about probabilities"
650			_aProvidence and government of God _98377
650			_aChance _93701
650			_aIntelligent design (Teleology) _98378
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