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Scientific evidence and ancient myth seems to agree that the creation of a general trend. Out from the void or nothingness, the matter came into existence, in the formation of galaxies, stars and planets form elements, they emerged later life, and ultimately lead to mankind, the "special" department to create awareness and consciousness in a very Evolution and Creation, we are seeking to understand. In short, we see the evolution of physiosphere laps, the biosphere, and noosphere is no life in the form of things, life and mentality.           The Magic of Phenomena     We can probably all agree that the universe and our earth came into existence a long time ago, and that humans had nothing to do with its "creation." If we can agree on this much, then some common ground exists for many of the disparate views expounded by various religious and scientific philosophies. We can probably also agree that philosophers, theologians, and scientists who have pondered creation and evolution for many millennia and taken the trouble to write extensively on the subject should generally have something worthwhile to say. And what they often say is that there is substantial common ground among the three groups.   ... [T]he universe is probably cyclic, like most other observable phenomena, and… the Big Bang was probably the beginning of the current observable cycle. Since this cycle got under way, some remarkable events have been unfolding. Scientific evidence and ancient creation myths seem to agree on a general trend. From out of void or nothingness, matter came into existence in the form of galaxies, stars, and planets and the elements that compose them; later, life appeared, leading ultimately to the emergence of humans, whose "special" faculties of awareness and consciousness created the very evolution and creation questions we are seeking to understand. In short, we have seen the evolution of the physiosphere, biosphere, and noosphere in the form of inanimate matter, life and mind.   Ultimately the big question comes down to this: Why is all this happening, and what, if anything, controls this mysterious unfolding of events? Anyone who claims to have an answer is addressing a question that has intrigued, mystified, and frustrated scientists and philosophers for centuries. We are all entitled to our opinions, but to be credible we should take the question seriously and look at the essence of the ideas in the voluminous literature and opinion on the subject.   ... Let us consider the subject of teleology, the concept that there is design and purpose in nature, and relate it to the psychological mode of thinking—an orientation toward future goals and objectives. We have acknowledged that we human did not create the universe—so what makes organisms evolve from bacteria to jellyfish to primates, and why do humans argue and write about philosophical, theological, and scientific problems? Because the universe seems capable of organizing itself to produce both consistency and extraordinary complexity and new evolutionary novelty, there is no scientific, philosophical, linguistic, or theological reason not to speak of God, spirit, universal intelligence, or consciousness to describe such awe-inspiring coherence.   Though we comprehend some of this complexity through an understanding of electromagnetism, genetics, psychology, etc., we have to acknowledge that a remarkably intelligent universe has been operational since the beginning of time. Our own emerging intelligence, awareness, and consciousness merely enhance our ability to appreciate this universe and give labels to phenomena. Our consciousness appears to be evolving like a radio receiver capable of tuning into more and more channels. Complex phenomena such as electricity, DNA, or music existed before we understood them, which is precisely why we appreciate them and often sense that evolution appears to be unfolding with a sense of design or purpose toward greater complexity.   ... Since the emergence of complex societies, or "civilization," we have moved rapidly toward an age of rational "enlightenment" in which we have come to develop a scientific understanding of some of those phenomena previously regarded as supernatural. We have not, however answered any of the ultimate questions about what drives, pulls, or guides the universe, and so we should be careful not to make science the latest substitute religion. Nor should we delude ourselves into thinking that we are no longer superstitious or enchanted by the magic of phenomena beyond our comprehension. Indeed, it is just such enchantment that drives scientists to delve into the beyond.   Even as we gain an improved understanding of natural phenomena, so ever deeper, more complex, and more intriguing questions arise. Here we are reminded of Isaac Newton's opinion that "a limited amount of knowledge leads away from God, but that with increased knowledge one finds the way back." Put another way, a little knowledge of the universe may convince humankind of our ability to grasp its principles, but greater knowledge leaves us incredulous and awestruck by its grandeur, complexity and innate intelligence.         — Martin Lockley, The Eternal Trail: A Tracker Looks at Evolution, Chapter 6, With God on Our Side                       Indexes/15