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In search of an integral philosophy
of science
I desired a philosophy of science framework
which could accommodate western science, spiritual
experiences, oriental philosophical concepts and
near death experiences. From this, I
hoped, my students would comprehend the origins of
their minds and the fantastic creative powers at
their disposal.
I choose a design strategy based on three vital pillars in science, namely:
Hence a standard consistent with expectations
for a good philosophy of science.
LOTA was selected as the initial project name, a synonym for LOgical Thought about 'All we know'. An advanced design strategy was followed. The arduous pursuit of logic delivered indeed on the initial target. Yet LOTA had delivered more, namely an understanding that at the origin of matter is: consciousness. This outcome was fundamentally different from A Brief History of Time, by Stephen Hawking, published a few years earlier. When my results were published in Breakthrough, the Origins of Mind, Space and Time (1996), I changed the original meaning of LOTA to LOGIC OF THE ATOM, since the ultimate logic behind matter, as described in the book, is consciousness. So I made my point, yet Stephen Hawking sold more books. However, good theories have staying power. We are nearing the challenge. The LOTA design strategy and why it matters LOTA is a philosophy of science created from a meticulously followed design strategy, in order to arrive at the most comprehensive framework achievable.It involves five important stages. They are outlined in the diagram below, with an explanatory text following the diagram.
Stage 1 Is the careful selection of starting assumptions. Stage 2 Is the development of various concepts, through logical reasoning, from these starting assumptions. This phase is rather similar to walking through a minefield, because hidden assumptions can easily slip in and the final result will blow up into fragments as a consequence. Stage 3 This is the first test of validation. The test is easy, yet passing it is not. This is the test: The concepts have to be uniquely referring to each other for explanations. The test has failed if additional elements are needed for explanations, because hidden assumptions will have been introduced. The design strategy requires then to start again at stage one and redo the process till a 100% exclusive interdependency of the concepts is achieved. LOTA does pass this test. Stage 4 This stage is rather like magic, yet also logical. When exclusive interdependency of the concepts is achieved (stage 3), the various relationships will enfold as cycles (loops). Stage 5 The ultimate test is when the entire universe appears to enfold as a giant cycle and the elements that make up the cycle are recognizable in our reality. LOTA has achieved all five stages. This process is described in Breakthrough, the Origins of Mind, Space and Time Spaghetti
effect, in philosophy of science
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Starting
assumptions involving words like: time, matter, gravity, energy, consciousness |
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Hidden assumptions lead to narrowing of vision and fragmentation. |
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The LOTA philosophy of science makes coherent relationships visible among all of the following fields of interest: | |
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In addition, it provides a mathematical framework. | |
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In addition, the relationships of concepts form cycles (loops), only depending on each other. |
Author's
invitation
The
LOTA philosophy of science enjoys public
exposure since 1996 through the book Breakthrough,
the Origins of Mind, Space and Time,
lectures, seminars, the Slenters Philosophy
of Science pages on this site and another
website called the Universe
Grand Design. Every occasion is used
to invite leads to any philosophy of
science that is equal or broader in scope.
No such lead has been received as of yet.
Is LOTA the most comprehensive philosophy of science in existence to-day? It is a question, we don't know if it is. If
you know of a philosophy of science that
incorporates all the elements
mentioned above, here is the offer:
Send the name and the information source. If there is a match it will be my honor to send you as a gift; a rare first edition (1996) new copy of Breakthrough, autographed. Plus add the appropriate links in our web pages, with your credits. Moreover, I will consider a financial contribution to your favorite charity. Nevertheless, this is not for hip shooters and requires serious preparation. Details for preparation are listed here. Cordially yours, Cornel Slenters PS. Clearly, this commitment is only valid while I am physically still alive and alert. |
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For
further writings by Cornel Slenters, explore the
website trilogy dedicated to: |
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LOTA science theories
& debates |
Education |
Emotional Intelligence |
www.slenters.info |
www.universe-grand-design.info |
www.mindstuff.info |