100: Andrew M Davis: Philosophy, Theology, and the Universe

Jan 8, 2025

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The course 'Whitehead's Universe' aims to introduce beginners to process philosophy.
Whitehead's thinking is described as a prism, requiring multiple perspectives to understand.
Experience is fundamental to both science and spirituality, shaping our understanding of reality.
Process philosophy sees the world as fundamentally verb-like, emphasizing becoming over being.
God is not static but dynamic, growing and changing with the world.
The relationship between God and humanity is reciprocal; we form God through our actions.
The need for a new metaphysics that reflects contemporary understanding of the world.
Mystery should be honored in both theology and metaphysics, allowing for wonder and exploration.
Dynamic perfection suggests that God is ever-evolving rather than static.
The Christian tradition is an ongoing process, not a settled doctrine. Metaphysics is fundamentally about human experience.
We must honor the mystery within ourselves.
Science has its own metaphysical assumptions.
The present moment connects the past and future.
The church's knowledge is also unfinished.
God is the foundation of being and becoming.
Supernaturalism is in retreat; ultra-naturalism offers a new perspective.
God's presence is not detectable by scientific means.
The universe seems fine-tuned for conscious beings.
God continuously saves the world from moment to moment.

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