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re: Philosophy: Do you believe in a deterministic or indeterministic universe?
Posted on 2/24/15 at 3:44 pm to rbWarEagle
Posted on 2/24/15 at 3:44 pm to rbWarEagle
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I agree with you, though certain academics/scientists would disagree. Again, see Daniel Dennett (Elbow Room, for example).
why can't there be a mix?
Think of it this way. A train has a determined end but those in the train are indetermined for their actions.
The earth has a determined end, but a single entity aka a human doesn't have a determined end. It is possible for higher beings, such as humans to have a indeterminate end and lower beings or objects, such as inanimate objects to have fixed ends.
The universe for the most part is deterministic, so the laws in place have lead to this world to exist. But those who have higher intellects aren't bound by a certain end.
This post was edited on 2/24/15 at 3:49 pm
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Posted on 2/24/15 at 3:57 pm to catholictigerfan
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The universe for the most part is deterministic, so the laws in place have lead to this world to exist. But those who have higher intellects aren't bound by a certain end.
It has nothing to do with intellect. It has everything to do with genetics, environment, upbringing, and countless other influential variables that shape our conscious experience.
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The earth has a determined end, but a single entity aka a human doesn't have a determined end. It is possible for higher beings, such as humans to have a indeterminate end and lower beings or objects, such as inanimate objects to have fixed ends.
That is called indeterminism. I don't happen to believe that, but your religious beliefs lead you to believe that (I assume).
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