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zeul # I think to expect a 'purpose' for the universe that makes any sense to human beings is starting from a point which rather over estimates our part in the whole wonderful, enormous, mind-boggling thing. #
I agree but as human beings we have always looked for explanations for the inexplicable . Logically we should have some answers albeit contradictory . Just because we can't find an answer, is no reason for not asking it. My main point is that if the Universe is a lifeless mass as many clerics claim then why have it in the first place ? On the other hand is it necessary in order to to conform to the known laws of physics, so that our world can exist . Our world requires our solar system , that's a fact and probably our galaxy but beyond that we don't know .
I'm not expecting a definite answer to the word ' purpose ' but its of interest to hear opinions of your aptly described # wonderful, enormous, mind-boggling thing.#