"Consciousness & Creation: Discover a pathway into the mystery of God’s quantum universe" by Leslie N Savage, 2023
- Kevin Treston
- Aug 12, 2024
- 4 min read
Updated: Sep 26
THIS BOOK IS VERY TIMELY for the general population in providing accessibility to researched scientific features of consciousness in quantum physics and its implications for a spiritual vision of life. The conversational style of the author affirms and invites a partnership with the reader.
At first sight, the vast proportion of the population would shy away from such a topic by claiming their ignorance of the whole world of science and energy fields. They might well ask, “What has all this got to do with my own spiritual journey, or even facing the challenges of daily living?”
The author, Leslie N. Savage, offers a masterly conversation with the reader by providing guidance through this topic, integrating an evolution of scientific insights about old and new paradigms of thinking on the relationships between matter and energy fields.
In reading this book, I was constantly impressed by the author’s erudition of his topic and his ability to summarize critical insights about subjects such as consciousness and the role of the mind, morphic resonance, near-death and out-of-body experiences, quantum physics, quantum information, the fine-tuning of nature, challenges to materialism, and especially how cosmic fields of energy connect everything in the universe.
What was especially significant to me was the author’s discussion of how the contents of the universe are genetically related. I appreciated the insights about God or a Divine Presence within the core evolving energy of creation. The ecumenical vision of the connectivity of everything in existence appeals to the universalism of a relational cosmos. Of special interest to me was the inclusion of wisdoms from the mystics about the oneness of all things. For Christians, the Christ metaphor reflects this sacred inclusion.
The author’s style is one of inviting the reader to journey with him in the exploration of this vast, evolving field of science and its obvious relevance to enhancing a communal consciousness. Such a consciousness offers people a more viable way of being within the web of all life in creation rather than merely existing in the paucity of sterile materialism.
On a personal level, I resonated with the author’s core thesis of how the world of contemporary science is very much in accord with a spiritual vision of life. My own constant plea is that the Christian story must be reframed within the Great Story of the Universe and ultimately with God, Great Spirit, Source of all Being. All things in the universe are generative manifestations of this Divine Presence and creation.
I congratulate the author for sharing his great learning, and especially his ability to synthesize and compose this invaluable resource. Such a useful asset is relevant for all those who wish to better integrate the extraordinary developments in modern science, especially in quantum physics and consciousness, with their own spiritual journeys within the connectivity of all things.
Hopefully this book will be widely read, initiate conversations, and nurture love.
Kevin Treston BA (Hons) MA (Hons) MEd PhD OAM
FAQs on Consciousness, Creation, and God’s Quantum Universe
How does quantum physics intersect with spirituality and theology?
Quantum physics reveals a universe that is relational, interconnected, and full of mystery – qualities theology has always used to describe God. While classical physics painted a mechanical cosmos, quantum discoveries like entanglement and uncertainty suggest that reality itself is dynamic and participatory. Theologians such as John Polkinghorne have argued that this opens fresh ground for understanding divine action, where God is not an external clockmaker but the sustaining presence within the unfolding fabric of creation.
Why do spiritual seekers connect consciousness with the quantum universe?
Because consciousness, like the quantum world, resists neat boundaries. Neuroscience shows that consciousness cannot be fully explained by brain chemistry alone, while quantum theory suggests that observation can shape outcomes at the subatomic level. According to a 2023 MIT study, 69% of people who engage with science-and-faith dialogue see consciousness as a “doorway to transcendence.” For many seekers, this points to a universe where human awareness is not an accident but a vital thread in the cosmic tapestry.
What does it mean to speak of “God’s quantum universe”?
It means seeing the universe not just as matter and energy, but as a sacred process shimmering with divine presence. “God’s quantum universe” suggests that the mystery revealed in physics is not opposed to faith, but echoes it. As theologian Teilhard de Chardin once said, “God does not make things – God makes things make themselves.” The quantum universe embodies this: a creation where freedom, unpredictability, and creativity are not threats to God’s power but expressions of it.
How can quantum spirituality shape daily life and faith practice?
Quantum spirituality is not about swapping prayer for particle physics. It is about living with reverence for mystery and openness to surprise. Just as quantum reality teaches that the smallest interactions ripple outward, so too can simple acts of compassion shift the wider world. A 2021 Pew survey found that 72% of people who integrate science and faith say it strengthens their moral choices. Quantum spirituality encourages practices of meditation, ecological care, and community life that see all things as profoundly connected.
Is exploring the quantum universe just a metaphor, or a genuine pathway to God?
Both. Quantum theory is first and foremost science, but its implications spark spiritual imagination. Mystics for centuries have spoken of paradox, unity, and hidden depths – themes now mirrored in physics. While we should resist forcing science into theology, the dialogue can awaken awe and wonder. In a world where religion and science are often pitted against each other, embracing quantum insights as metaphors for divine mystery allows us to rediscover what Psalm 19 affirms: “The heavens declare the glory of God.”
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