How did the universe begin and how has it evolved? Does a scientific explanation mean that we can do without God? Why are the laws of nature so special ('fine-t

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"A summary of the history of the universe through the lenses of science and the world's religions"--Publisher information.

Originally presented as the author's thesis (doctoral--University of Groningen). Includes bibliographical references: (p. [291]-316) and index.

Ph.D. expert in astronautical and aeronautical engineering provides good news for believers — new scientific research supports the idea that the universe was