God, Nature and the Cause - 2nd Edition

God, Nature and the Cause

A Modern Islamic Vision of Science, Causality, and Divine Action
By Basil Altaie

In this bold and deeply insightful work, physicist and philosopher Basil Altaie revives a long-neglected stream of Islamic thought to confront some of the deepest questions of our time: What is the difference between a Law of Nature and a Law of Physics?
Can causality be truly deterministic?
Can quantum physics explain how divine action is effected in the world?
Does God play dice or is it the world which is playing dice with us? 
And above all—what role does God play in the unfolding of the cosmos?

📖 About the Book

God, Nature and the Cause bridges centuries of Islamic intellectual tradition with the frontiers of contemporary science. Rooted in Islamic kalām—the rational theology of classical Muslim scholars—Altaie draws on daqīq al-kalām, the refined philosophical dimension of that tradition, to offer a rigorous critique of determinism, causality, and divine agency.

“The concept of a law of nature cannot be made sense of without God.” — — Nancy Cartwright

Far from being a mere historical survey, this second edition expands the original vision into new terrain, incorporating updated discussions on quantum indeterminacy, the concept of re-creation, and how Islamic metaphysics can resolve enduring problems in modern physics.

Altaie challenges the prevailing view that science and religion must remain separate. With precision and clarity, he shows that Islamic theology may not only be compatible with modern physics—it may illuminate it.

🎯 Who Should Read This Book?

This book is for:

• Muslim intellectuals, scholars, and students seeking a scientifically literate foundation for Islamic theology.

• Theologians and philosophers of science interested in alternative metaphysical frameworks.

• Readers of science and religion looking for original, thought-provoking perspectives beyond Western paradigms.

• Anyone intrigued by the interplay of quantum mechanics, cosmology, and divine causality.

🔍 Key Topics Explored

• The distinction between laws of nature and laws of physics—and why it matters

• A modern Islamic theory of causality that denies deterministic necessity, yet affirms meaningful order

• The concept of re-creation as a bridge between theology and quantum indeterminism

• The philosophical implications of space-time discreteness and quantum measurement

• A proposed transformation of Islamic thought through the lens of Neo-Kalām

• How kalām compares to Christian models of Quantum Divine Action

💡 What Makes It Unique?

Unlike popular science-and-religion books that simply call for “dialogue,” Altaie offers a concrete theological framework that integrates science within a robust metaphysical vision. Grounded in Islamic tradition but fluent in contemporary physics, his approach is both faithful and forward-thinking.

“Much of the ugly side of belief that has spread hatred and atrocities has no rational or instructive foundation in Islam… Kalām needs to be reformed.” — Basil Altaie

🧠 About the Author

Professor Basil Altaie is a leading voice in the field of science and religion from an Islamic perspective. Trained as a physicist, he has taught at several universities and published widely on cosmology, kalām, and metaphysics. His previous works include Islam and Natural Philosophy, and his model of Quantum Divine Action has been the subject of academic scrutiny and praise internationally.

⭐ Endorsements

“Altaie’s work is a pioneering effort to reshape contemporary Islamic thought in light of modern science… a must-read for anyone interested in kalām and cosmology.” — Academic Review in Kader Journal

📘 Ready to Rethink the Foundations of Reality?

Whether you are a scientist of faith, a theologian of reason, or simply a curious reader seeking a higher synthesis, God, Nature and the Cause will challenge your assumptions—and expand your horizons.

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ISBN: 978-1-915025-27-2 Paperback
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