God, the Evolver by Faiz King

Faiz King

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God, the Evolver

"God, the Evolver: A Secular Approach to the Divine" by Dr. Faiz King is a groundbreaking exploration of the intersection between science, philosophy, and spirituality. This thought-provoking work challenges traditional views by proposing that advanced civilizations, akin to the Kardashev scale, may have influenced human evolution and religious thought. Drawing on 25 years of meticulous research, Dr. King delves into the concept of heterosis to suggest the plausibility of biblical giants, offering scientific explanations for ancient myths. The book also explores the role of hominids in scripture, presenting a narrative that bridges evolutionary biology with theological discourse. "God, the Evolver" invites readers to consider the possibility of a divine force guiding the evolutionary process, proposing that the emergence of consciousness and intelligence are part of a grand cosmic design. Through an interdisciplinary approach, Dr. King examines the potential for parthenogenesis in religious texts and how quantum physics could illuminate our understanding of free will and determinism. This secular approach to the divine offers a fresh perspective on the origins of life, the nature of reality, and humanity's place in the cosmos. Whether you are a believer, skeptic, or seeker of knowledge, "God, the Evolver" promises to ignite curiosity and inspire a deeper appreciation for the complex tapestry of existence.

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Asking “so, what is the best way to picture God?”, King argues for a middle ground between the New Atheists and traditional believers, an in-between paradigm that shatters the false dichotomy between science and religion. "I would go so far as to say that faith almost necessitates a belief in evolution," King writes, but atheists who nod at that will likely feel challenged, elsewhere, at King’s championing of the “hidden scientific and psychosocial benefits that are built into the institute of worship” or his amusing suggestion that perhaps “God simply wiped out the dinosaurs out of sheer boredom.” Such thoughtful irreverence powers God, the Evolver as King offers a fresh, often surprising exploration of these issues, heavily backed by an eclectic mix of references and data points—from cutting-edge science, an array of sacred texts, the intelligence of crows, to Nietzsche's assertion that man created God and not the other way around.

With both a light touch and academic confidence, King posits that extraterrestrials may have seeded life on Earth, supporting Richard Dawkins's argument for a Higher intelligence, parallel to ancient scriptures' description of angels. He further examines the ancestry of early humans (Adamites) interbreeding with hominids—a theory he finds echoed in the Koran—and speculates that interactions between Adamites and Neanderthals could explain myths about trolls and giants, perhaps even inspiring worship due to physical differences—leading to a conclusion that humans possess an innate drive to search for the divine. King’s bold sweep of evidence and argument—among other topics, King contemplates apocalypses, space travel, immortality, self-determinism, the multiverse, Carl Sagan’s idea that humans are made of “star stuff,” and the possibility humans were fashioned from clay—imbues the book with wonder.

King suggests with some passion a fundamental unity among all religions as they evolve. Readers who welcome the challenge of fresh thinking and tearing down rigid boundaries will enjoy this exploration of the DMZ between science and spirituality.

Takeaway: Ambitious, fascinating reexamination of the conflict between science and spirituality.

Comparable Titles: Francis J. Collins's The Language of God, Ursula Goodenough's The Sacred Depths of Nature.

Production grades
Cover: B+
Design and typography: A-
Illustrations: N/A
Editing: A
Marketing copy: A-

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