Gerald Schroeder earned his BSc, MSc and PhD at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the author of "Genesis and the Big Bang" - the discovery of harmony between modern science and the Bible, now available in seven languages; "The Science of God"; and "The Hidden Face of God". He teaches at Aish HaTorah College of Jewish Studies.
Holding a dual doctorate in Nuclear Physics and Oceanography from MIT, along with high-level research in chemistry and planetary sciences, Dr. Gerald Schroeder has a decided edge over most of today's “honored” Bible critics. Hear, in very down to earth terms, how he reconciles the Biblical account of creation with the scientific understanding of what could very likely have transpired “In the Beginning.”
Whether you’re an avid science buff or just curious to hear a different narrative on the creation story, this version opens a new possibility. In addition to all of Dr. Schroeder's scientific accomplishments, he was successful at showing the world's acclaimed atheist, Dr. Andrew Flew, that 'evolution' is a statistical impossibility.
What does the Torah mean when it says 'the man named Betzalel knew how to build a universe?' And why should this title designate him as the best candidate for chief architect of the Tabernacle built in the desert? Dr. Schroeder explains how these two qualities are intrinsically connected, and continues to dazzle us with 'wonders of the universe' from his unique scientific perspective.
Can we ever be certain that we do indeed have free will? Maybe our free will was installed like other things within? And has a way been discovered that can measure this scientifically? Dr. Schroeder probes this enigmatic subject by using the first murder in history to determine whether or not identical 'causes' will produce identical 'effects.’
The concepts of choice 'and free will' are intrinsically embedded in Torah and Jewish thought. But what are the implications of choice? Do all forms of life (i.e. plants and animals) have free will too? Hear the physicists 'party line' on free will, and join Dr. Schroeder as he brings this illusive power we possess down to earth - and then takes it one step further.
