I am interested in theories related to possible material civilizations evolving into beings with metaphysical (in our perception) abilities. Perhaps still being of the natural world; just not natural as we know it. Isn't that very likely considering the scope and complexity of the known universe and beyond?
Think pre-Big Bang; the Higgs-Boson multiverse. Think Kardashev's civilization scale and what might a highly advanced civilization do to entertain or stimulate their senses?
How interesting is an ant hill if you dig the tunnels for them? Who bothers to intervene on a moth's behalf when he is being extinguished in the spiders web?
If Kardashev is right, aren't we mere moths and spiders from the view of any galactic or multi universe perspective? Even if we elevate our importance to that of sharks and dolphins why would a higher being bother to intervene in nature.
I understand this is a purely speculative and depressing theory. However, at this stage in my understanding of the universe, it appears to be the most likely possibility.
This perspective should satisfy Epicurus's criticism of the traditional maximally metaphysical god. I guess what I am suggesting is a subset of deism. Please share you're thoughts and let me know if you agree with my line of reasoning.
I also considering the possibility that within the earth's 4.5 billion year history that earlier earth civilizations probably evolved on our planet before, but may have not have been able to escape earth's grasp and was extinguished through natural or technological forces. Of course, this lends the possibility that a prior civilization left this planet when the earth became uninhabitable. Natures recycling program start anew.
Personal note: Over the past 30+ years I have evolved from a evangelical Christian with a fundamentalist perspective to a seriously challenged Calvinist to an agnostic and finally to where I have been for the last 6 months as an atheist.
As a realist, I am interested in only truth and feel I am getting closer to it. I appreciate your help along that path.
I apologize in advance for not thoroughly analyzing the topic at hand. As a new atheist, I am hoping your critique and contribution to my reasoning can expedite my knowledge of the essence of life.
Think pre-Big Bang; the Higgs-Boson multiverse. Think Kardashev's civilization scale and what might a highly advanced civilization do to entertain or stimulate their senses?
How interesting is an ant hill if you dig the tunnels for them? Who bothers to intervene on a moth's behalf when he is being extinguished in the spiders web?
If Kardashev is right, aren't we mere moths and spiders from the view of any galactic or multi universe perspective? Even if we elevate our importance to that of sharks and dolphins why would a higher being bother to intervene in nature.
I understand this is a purely speculative and depressing theory. However, at this stage in my understanding of the universe, it appears to be the most likely possibility.
This perspective should satisfy Epicurus's criticism of the traditional maximally metaphysical god. I guess what I am suggesting is a subset of deism. Please share you're thoughts and let me know if you agree with my line of reasoning.
I also considering the possibility that within the earth's 4.5 billion year history that earlier earth civilizations probably evolved on our planet before, but may have not have been able to escape earth's grasp and was extinguished through natural or technological forces. Of course, this lends the possibility that a prior civilization left this planet when the earth became uninhabitable. Natures recycling program start anew.
Personal note: Over the past 30+ years I have evolved from a evangelical Christian with a fundamentalist perspective to a seriously challenged Calvinist to an agnostic and finally to where I have been for the last 6 months as an atheist.
As a realist, I am interested in only truth and feel I am getting closer to it. I appreciate your help along that path.
I apologize in advance for not thoroughly analyzing the topic at hand. As a new atheist, I am hoping your critique and contribution to my reasoning can expedite my knowledge of the essence of life.
