However, it is true that we do not see God with our material eyes in the same way that we view other living entities. We have no idea what he is doing or where he is right now. So, the fundamental question is whether God exists or not. Is it possible that God was created in man's imagination?
The conclusion is self-evident. God must subject Himself to scientific scrutiny or risk being found guilty of failing to provide sufficient evidence for His existence. Things become clearer as we investigate what "science" implies and what science cannot do.
Here are two statements from a scientific community: the first describes the scope of science, and the second its restrictions.
"Science assumes that the universe's things and occurrences follow predictable patterns that may be understood via rigorous, systematic investigation." Scientists believe that by using their brains and devices that extend their senses, people can discover patterns in all of nature."
Isn't that obvious? Today's science is predicated on a 'presumption' - and a very simple one at that. Our universe's events follow a set of reliable patterns. All of nature's mysteries could be discovered with the use of the human mind (assisted by devices developed by it).
So, what about incidents that go beyond the boundaries of nature's patterns?
They concede openly that science cannot provide comprehensive answers to all questions. Second, they state, "There are many subjects that cannot be investigated scientifically." For example, there are beliefs that, by definition, cannot be proven or disproven (such as the presence of supernatural forces and creatures or the true purposes of life)."
If God is a supernatural creature by definition, how can science even begin to gather evidence to test His existence? The term "evidence" has a slew of synonyms such as "proof," "facts," "data," "demonstration," "verification," and so on. It's no surprise that scientists today are completely frustrated in their attempts to decipher God's mysteries. At this point, it would be wise to heed the words of Nobel Prize-winning physicist Erwin Schrodinger, who stated, "Western intellect needs a blood transfusion from Eastern wisdom to preserve it from moral anaemia."
How does Eastern wisdom, notably Vedic literature, cope with the problem of a lack of evidence? According to the Vedas, there are three sorts of evidence:
- Direct perception
- Logic or intelligent guesswork
- Hearing from bona fide authorities
Any valid proof must, without a doubt, be logical. However, how we apply reason is determined by our prior experience. Assume you have an apple tree growing outside your window. You hear the sound of an apple hitting the ground one morning, and when you peek outside, you see a ripe apple laying beneath the tree. Logically, you deduce that the apple has just fallen from the tree.
Your logical statement is based on your earlier observation that the apple tree produces apples, that the fruit falls to the ground, and that they make a particular sound when this happens. And, to those who have had comparable experiences, your assertion appears logical.
As a result, we use logic based on our experience. As a result, how can we expect to make God reasonable to someone who has never had a spiritual experience? How can God appear rational to someone who cannot understand the terminology of God's science? Thus, it is absurd for those who are spiritually blind, deaf, and deafening to demand that God be made "rational" to them and His existence "proven."
In general, it is nonsensical for an unskilled person to demand that a specific fact relevant to that field of expertise be logically shown to him. For example, if someone who doesn't know what a number is expected me to logically demonstrate that two plus two equals four, I won't be able to accomplish so. Similarly, if a spiritual illiterate requests that God be logically shown to him, his request is unreasonable in and of itself. So, how can atheists' nonsensical requests be met?
We can readily supply a plethora of proofs of God—if we are free to stipulate that the judge of the facts be a spiritually trained individual. Devotees of the Lord who have evolved in God-consciousness can deal with the truth of the soul and God logically, evidentially, and demonstratively. Materialistic fools, on the other hand, demand that God, a nonmaterial being, be reduced to a material formula.
Scientists Discuss the Existence of God:
The brightest minds on the earth have humbly acknowledged the existence of a God behind this marvellous creation.
- Science will force you to believe in God if you think hard enough: Lord Kelvin
- All natural physical principles are supported by a flawless brain: Albert Einstein
- This most beautiful system of the sun, planets, and comets could only have resulted from the counsel and dominion of a wise and powerful Being... This Being rules all things, not as the soul of the world, but as Lord over everything, and because of His sovereignty, He is to be named Lord God, Universal Ruler: Newton
Hearing from the appropriate authorities:
This is a crucial philosophical point. To receive information about God, who is outside the scope of our flawed senses and minds, we must listen submissively to authority. Atheists and agnostics may claim that such hearing is dogmatic, but the truth is that all learning requires hearing from authority. In the case of the Vedas, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Sri Krishna, is the authority, and the student hears from Lord Krishna's direct representatives who come in disciplic succession.
In one of his discourses, Srila Prabhupada (the purest spiritual master) characterised the process, saying, "Of all modes of learning, the first-class perception is to receive knowledge from direct authorities." Hearing from an authority, according to Vedic literature, is perfect knowledge. Direct sensory perception is flawed. For example, if a driver sees a car, he knows what it is, but a youngster does not. We can't know anything for sure just by using our senses. The child is not an expert in the same way that the driver is. If you want to be a doctor, you must study under a doctor. So, since authority is required in material things, how can we learn about God on our own? If you want transcendental knowledge, the Vedic advice is to seek it from a spiritual master."
We must eventually arrive at the level of absolute logic, which refers to absolute perception, or the perception of things with eternally identifiable properties and eternally established relationships. God, for example, is the ultimate master and enjoyer, and we are His eternal servants. Thus, it is very logical for us to serve Him because we are then in our natural, constitutional position. Serving a commonplace employer may be logical, but it is not completely logical, because serving him after his death or bankruptcy is illogical.
Conclusion:
Finally, logic is a secondary process that comes after the basic process of consciousness. We are aware, for example, that numbers have specific values and attributes, and we can determine if a particular mathematical equation is logical or illogical based on this sense. Similarly, by purifying our existence via God's (Krishna) awareness practice, we may comprehend God's values and attributes, and so determine if a certain assertion about God is logical or illogical. We can fully comprehend the science of God in Krishna consciousness by confirming our analysis with Vedic literature, which are standard reference books of spiritual science written by realised devotees.
God created the entire material world, including several planets, stars, the sun, the moon, massive oceans, the tremendous wind, plants, trees, animals, reptiles, and you and me. God exists, and he is the ultimate cause of all causes. He is the world's creator, maintainer, and destroyer.
