(July 6, 2021 at 11:23 am)Mercyvessel Wrote: is it more probable or likely that the Earth "moves" (as you state) in the precise manner in which it has and does (like other planets in our galaxy) - particularly around the Sun - as a result of (1). some chance, or rather (2). some design and purpose?
Humans can see "purpose" in anything, but that means nothing.
Gravity happens. That leads to the motions of planets.
If you want to believe that the "purpose" of gravity is to keep the Earth at a cozy distance from the Sun so that You can have a nice summer day at the beach, that is on you.