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My question is that do you think that the world is ready for disclosure of extraterrestrials?
many people say that it would shake people's belief systems. and that it would bring an end to our various religions.
I can assume that there are many people who couldnt accept alien life.
there are people who deny the possibility of off-world intelligence.
Some people would say its one of satan's deceptions.
There are conspiracy theories out there that aliens are demons, or they are fallen angels.
what about you? would alien life forms shatter your belief system?
mirageman
reply to post by MysterX
Well people will always cite the "War of the Worlds" panic in pre-war America as a reason why disclosure would be a dangerous things to do. We have to remember people thought an invasion was taking place. However when they were discussing Martian canals in the late 19th century no one really seemed too bothered by it all. I am not religious but I think most people of faith can handle the truth we are not alone and adapt their beliefs to encompass the news.
There could be problems if an aggressive species threatened to take our natural resources but chances are the first sign of disclosure (if there is anything to disclose) will be an alien microbe or a distant intelligent signal has been found. People will just get on with their lives if that happens.
Bassago
My question is not if they are there or if we can handle disclosure. I believe we can.
I'm more worried about what if the come to earth and show themselves and are part of a religious intergalactic missionary force.
Think space-faring religious inquisition.
Belcastro
My question is that do you think that the world is ready for disclosure of extraterrestrials?
BelcastroPersonally if it were true that there was an alien race capable of traversing the universe,
I would be more interested in THEIR belief systems instead of anything earthly.
Nowyouseeme
reply to post by KellyPrettyBear
That's interesting. I think most people would assume any species advanced enough to reach the Earth would have no religion, seeing as humanity becoming less religious and we become more technologically advanced.
What type of religion do you think Aliens would have? tech based cults? I already think that's begun on Earth...people basically praying to their smart devices and seeing it as the oracle of all knowledge. It's not unthinkable to think that when the AI singularity comes that it will be listened to and "worshiped" in a religious type way...not as a god, but as an Oracle.
As long as they aren't Necromongers I'm cool....Convert or Fall Forever are both bad options