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AfterInfinity
Doesn't that kinda contradict the "infinite" part?
the big bang theory has been walked over by atleast 3 theories that I can think of.
AfterInfinity
Doesn't that kinda contradict the "infinite" part?
Oh, sure...the Bible, the Torah and the Quran.
AfterInfinity
reply to post by SisyphusRide
None of those theories mentioned any gods...
Seede
reply to post by edmc^2
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For example, we know that spacetime is both uncreated and infinite, that "IT" always existed. Yet why is this NOT proof enough of the existence of an incorporeal uncreated and infinite being - God?
But then do we actually know that spacetime is uncreated and infinite? Is that your opinion or belief?
Most all creationists believe that spacetime is a creation for this finite universe. I do not think that you have proof that spacetime is uncreated and infinite. How can this be shown?
If one goes beyond classical physics and into modern quantum field theory, then questions of absolute versus relational spacetime are rendered anachronistic by the fact that even "empty space" is populated by matter in the form of virtual particles, zero-point fields and more. Within the context of Einstein's universe, however, the majority view is perhaps best summed up as follows: Spacetime behaves relationally but exists absolutely.
SisyphusRide
AfterInfinity
Doesn't that kinda contradict the "infinite" part?
www.scientificamerican.com...
Oh, sure...the Bible, the Torah and the Quran.
have you heard of the multiverse? ect ect...
discovermagazine.com...-KIqpo
edit on 20-11-2013 by SisyphusRide because: (no reason given)
Itisnowagain
reply to post by spy66
Is the answer one?
bastion
reply to post by edmc^2
You're assuming the axiom to be true when we have no idea if it is or not. Point being why do you invent an answer instead of admitting the scientific truth that we have no idea yet.
You're not using scientific resonating in the slightest- where's your theory, experiment, results, outcomes and analysis. You're using deduction which is open to error and uncertainty.
We know that the laws of physics break down at a singularity it's impossible to use them pre-big bang
...behaves relationally but exists absolutely.
AfterInfinity
reply to post by edmc^2
Can you prove to us that the universe is infinite and absolute? A clever man named Descartes once came up with the idea that you can only prove you exist, and only to yourself. "I think, therefore I am." It basically means that the mere state of awareness proves that you exist. Beyond that, nothing is absolute. Even so far as others being aware of your hypothetical existence. I cannot prove that you aren't a figment of my imagination. But for all practical purposes, I must assume that the world around me is real enough to treat it as though it were. Otherwise, I may as well lie down and die.
The simple reality is that this universe may not be real at all. We can't prove that we aren't just heads in jars, supported by the same system we see in the Matrix movies, being experimented on and toyed with by genius mad scientist aliens. Perhaps we're clumps of computer code. We could be virtual pets. We just don't know.
And be 'we', I mean you as well.edit on 20-11-2013 by AfterInfinity because: (no reason given)
AfterInfinity
reply to post by edmc^2
Can you prove to us that the universe is infinite and absolute? A clever man named Descartes once came up with the idea that you can only prove you exist, and only to yourself. "I think, therefore I am." It basically means that the mere state of awareness proves that you exist. Beyond that, nothing is absolute. Even so far as others being aware of your hypothetical existence. I cannot prove that you aren't a figment of my imagination. But for all practical purposes, I must assume that the world around me is real enough to treat it as though it were. Otherwise, I may as well lie down and die.
The simple reality is that this universe may not be real at all. We can't prove that we aren't just heads in jars, supported by the same system we see in the Matrix movies, being experimented on and toyed with by genius mad scientist aliens. Perhaps we're clumps of computer code. We could be virtual pets. We just don't know.
And be 'we', I mean you as well.edit on 20-11-2013 by AfterInfinity because: (no reason given)
edmc^2
Why do we exist?
If "nothing" created us then why do we exist?
Why do we have a mind that can travel through space-time if "nothing" created us?
Who created the mind?
Yet even though we exist in the infinitesimally small part of the infinite spacetime and almost infinite universe, why does our existence matter?
Why do we exist?
If "nothing" created us then why do we exist?
Why do we have a mind that can travel through space-time if "nothing" created us?
Who created the mind?
Yet even though we exist in the infinitesimally small part of the infinite spacetime and almost infinite universe, why does our existence matter?
Why do we exist?
If "nothing" created us then why do we exist?
Why do we have a mind that can travel through space-time if "nothing" created us?
Who created the mind?
It dosent matter if we are computer pets and virtual friends. The infinite must exist for the computer to exist and use us as virtual pets. Dont you agree.
“The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that use the standard Internet protocol suite (often called TCP/IP, although not all protocols use TCP) to serve billions of users worldwide.”
AfterInfinity
reply to post by edmc^2
Yet even though we exist in the infinitesimally small part of the infinite spacetime and almost infinite universe, why does our existence matter?
Why do we exist?
If "nothing" created us then why do we exist?
One of the greatest gifts we possess as a species is the ability to ascribe or detract meaning according to how we choose to understand ourselves and the world around us. Prioritizing our comprehension, if that makes more sense. Choosing to disregard, absorb, reject or embrace what we learn.
Through this system, we can create a purpose for ourselves. We can forge our own meaning. You can explore the existence you are given and make a fantastic journey of it, or you can choose to ignore the possibilities and huddle in the little circle you draw for yourself, endlessly staring at the sky and wishing you could fly.
The existential conundrum is, in truth, a window of opportunity by which we may learn to realize ourselves. In my mind, true freedom is freedom of the mind. Freedom to imagine happiness and dare to seek it. But beware those who tell you what happiness is...happiness can only be defined in the most vague of terms, because happiness is a personal relationship with yourself and the world.
If you want happiness, you have to find it yourself. No one can tell you where or what it is. And that's what confuses me so greatly about relying on anything or anyone but yourself to give you happiness. Happiness is about who you are. If you deny yourself, you are denying truth happiness.
And that's the beauty of proactive self-determinism, part of my platform as a progressive atheist. You are the key to your own happiness. Hence the reason I disagree with the whole "one path" thing, but that's for another thread.
Why do we have a mind that can travel through space-time if "nothing" created us?
Who created the mind?
Why does it matter?edit on 20-11-2013 by AfterInfinity because: (no reason given)
Why does it matter?
Why does it matter?
AfterInfinity
reply to post by SisyphusRide
What's your point?