Yes, I reject that view. I'd also add that it has absolutely nothing to do with the modern neo-Darwinian theory of evolution.
Then we might agree. But I would like you to explain why and how exactly you reject this view( "that the universe is a dead purposeless machine ruled by chance")
I'd also add that it has absolutely nothing to do with the modern neo-Darwinian theory of evolution.
Perhaps. The problem is that this suuposed theory is not really defined. When you deal with a scientific theory like the one of Newton or Darwin or Einstein you need the name of the author, the title, date and place of original publication. And first of all, the explicit claims of the theory. Otherwise it is impossible to debate it.
Can you provide these details?