February 25, 2010
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Einstein's quip that "God does not play dice with the universe"' was about quantum physics, not a statement of faith. But he did ponder the relationship between science and religion and his sense of "the order deeply hidden behind everything." An exploration of Einstein's wisdom on mystery, eternity, and the mind of God.
» Einstein's Ethics
This program was originally produced as the first of a two-part series, "Einstein and the Mind of God." Part two delves into Einstein's Jewish identity, his engagement with issues of war and race, and modern extensions of his ethical and scientific perspectives.
A set of photos from the newly-refurbished Hubble Telescope, and a Quaker cosmologist on God and the universe.
A simple graphic attempts to clarify where science religion conflict, coexist.
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Freeman Dyson
Dyson is a theoretical physicist and Professor Emeritus at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. His books include Disturbing the Universe.
Paul Davies
Davies is a theoretical physicist based at Arizona State University. His books include About Time: Einstein's Unfinished Revolution.
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