Single Idea 17682

[catalogued under 26. Natural Theory / D. Laws of Nature / 1. Laws of Nature]

Full Idea

A universe could hardly consist of laws and nothing else.

Gist of Idea

A universe couldn't consist of mere laws

Source

David M. Armstrong (What is a Law of Nature? [1983], 06.4)

Book Reference

Armstrong,D.M.: 'What is a Law of Nature?' [CUP 1985], p.90


A Reaction

Hm. Discuss. How does a universe come into existence, if there are no laws to guide its creation?