What initially occurs to a person when examining these things seems similar to what occurs to someone who examines the parts of artifacts without being versed in the crafts that produce them.

Such a person may initially suppose that all or most of the features of those artifacts could be otherwise, while the artifact would still perform the very function for which it was made—that is, fulfil its intended purpose. Thus, he sees no wisdom in that artifact.

A craftsman, however, who shares some of the maker’s knowledge of the matter may see that the reverse is true: everything in the artifact is either strictly necessary or, if not necessary, serves to make it more complete and better. This is what craftsmanship means.

Created things evidently resemble artifacts in this respect. Glory be to the Almighty Creator!

Insofar as this premise is rhetorical, it may serve to persuade everyone; but insofar as it is false and negates the Maker’s wisdom, it is unsuitable for them.

It negates wisdom because wisdom is nothing more than knowledge of