Re: String Theory and Metaphysics
Apr 12, 2004 02:59 AM
by leonmaurer
In a message dated 03/31/04 2:49:00 PM, theo73@worldnet.att.net writes:
> Leon
> can you explain the string theory in metaphysical terms?
> thank you
> Dorothy
Hi Dorothy,
Not easily... Since string theory, being entirely physical, ignores
consciousness and mind, and describes only the fields of matter that constitute the ten
dimensions of the physical space-time continuum as if they were enfolded one
inside the other like bubbles within bubbles (as in Superstring/M-brane
theories).
To describe it in a (possibly cracked:-) nutshell... These space "dimensions"
consist of (a) the three spherical dimensions or spatial directions (NS, EW,
Up-Down) of our physical space, plus (b) seven additional invisible hyperspace
dimensions that (according to one speculation of string theory) are enfolded
within the tiny spaces in the vacuum (the Planck distance, approx. 10^-33
meters) between the particles of our physical world. These inter-particle space
dimensions each represent a spherical hyperspace empowered by the energy
perturbing out of the zero-point that is everywhere in that so called "vacuum."
(Although string theory is somewhat ambiguous about the zero-point itself since
their mathematics kind of falls apart as it approaches zero or infinity.) They
also include time as an added dimension, but it is not yet too clear about how
time relates to the hyperspace dimensions. In these respects there are several
different conflicting string theories -- although these discrepancies may
soon be clarified in the still evolving Superstring/M-brane theories.
>From a metaphysical point of view, these 10 dimensions might correspond with
the Sephirothal Tree (but that's stretching it a bit.:-) Or, they could
correspond to the 7, 10 or 14 "coadunate but not consubstantial" metaphysical
divisions of the inner or higher planes of theosophy (i.e., if time is not
considered as a dimension, but simply as a measure of change).
String theory also postulates that the smallest matter that makes up the
fundamental particles of quantum theory, are physical "strings" of pure
mass-energy -- whose differing vibrations of both open and closed strings determine the
physical properties of the individual particles they are associated with
(starting with the smallest quarks, and theoretically possible sub quarks, etc.).
They compare these energy strings to "guitar strings." This is a bit
confusing, since a vibrating string has to be tied down at both ends, and vibrating
open strings make little sense. But this may be a necessary simplification for
public understanding -- since string theories are enormously complex in their
mathematics. And, it's almost impossible to visualize how hyperspace fields
look or enfold in each other, other than symbolically in 2 or 3 dimensional
pictures (similar to those I use in describing my ABC theory).
Unfortunately, from a metaphysical point of view, this interpretation
actually is still totally materialistic, and sadly lacking any concept or explanation
of mind and consciousness as being the fundamental nature of these fields in
conjunction with to their interconnecting zero-points. Although it does
recognize the zero-point-instant (of our space-time) as being the root off the
strings themselves.
Thus, string theories have only a superficial relationship to the
theosophical metaphysics -- that speaks of an ultimate division of time (which is the
duration of a single vibratory cycle of energy change in the primal cosmic field
on the spiritual level) that is almost infinitely shorter (or faster) than the
highest vibrational frequency of energy on the physical level (gamma rays at
the top end of the measurable electromagnetic spectrum).
Problem is, that if science can't find any way to measure or record a
phenomena, it must not exist. From a theosophical point of view, this is nothing
more than a non provable denial of a logical and subjectively experiential
reality. But, conventional science, due its objective materialistic limitations
cannot accept subjective, or non physical evidence. Thus, the impasse between
physics and metaphysics. Although some physicists like Bohm, among a few
others, have come pretty close to the theosophical metaphysics, and see the
possibility of faster than light speeds.
However, all these string and superstring theories have been postulated
mathematically (using new multidimensional topological and fractal geometry's of
sorts)... And, while they also describe the surfaces of the fields called
Membranes (or M-branes in Superstring theory) which form bubbles within bubbles,
etc., that are interpreted as the seven dimensions of their postulated hyperspace
-- even the string theorists don't fully understand these concepts from a
truly consistent metaphysical point of view... That, eventually, must include
both consciousness and mind in their equations in order to be a true "Theory of
everything" that they are seeking to attain.
The closest this physical concept of "strings, with their ten spatial
dimensions and their enfolded "M-branes" gets to metaphysics -- is its correlation's
with the strictly geometric aspects of my ABC unified field theory -- (that
also connects these fields to the zero-point of pure consciousness located
everywhere throughout all of both hyperspace and physical space).
This theoretical hypothesis is a scientific interpretation (in the sense of
being completely logical) of the theosophical metaphysics of Cosmogenesis
described in the "formulas" in the stanzas of the Book of Dzyan... And further
explained in the commentaries on them in the Secret Doctrine. Not only does it
exactly conform with the theosophical metaphysics, but it is also will be
entirely consistent with the synthesis of both quantum and relativity physics --
when they are finally consolidated together by a truly metaphysical String
theory.
Unfortunately, ABC theory is not considered by conventional science as being
"scientific" from a materialistic point of view or in a provable sense --
since it cannot be "falsified"... As, that, according to the "scientific method,"
requires physical observation and repeatable experimentation to serve as a
final proof or disproof of any "predictive" theory.
Thus, the "super strings" of Supersstring/M-brane theory would correspond to
the "rays" of primal force that emanate from the "spinergy" (the Akasha or the
"seven robes of the mother" in the Book of Dzyan) of the primal zero-point to
form the first triune spherical Monadic fields (globes) that ("as above, so
below") eventually reflects in Atma, Buddhi and Manas on the spiritual-astral
plane, Kama (as the lower mind) along with Prana on the mental-astral plane,
and Astral Body and Physical Body on the sensory-physical plane... As the first
Monad continues to involve like bubbles within bubbles, within bubbles (since
the energy rays spin over the field circumferences like winding balls of
yarn)... Following the formula in the Book of Dzyan ("The three, the one, the four,
the one, the five, the twice seven, the sum total")... While descending in
progressively lower and lower orders of vibrational frequency-energy spectra
through the four worlds or levels of consciousness (Physical, Astral, Mental,
Spiritual) -- following the rules of harmony inherent in the fundamental law of
cycles -- until our physical universe appears with all its analogous sentient
beings.
Since the rays that form the "membranes" of the coadunate but not
consubstantial fields within fields within fields of consciousness are also vibrating,
they carry all the information in their wave patterns that was stored during
Pralaya in the spinergy or angular spin momentum (primal force) of the Cosmic
laya point. These vibrations with their peaks and troughs that in turn can
vibrate, correspond to the "strings" of the original string theories. What these
scientific string and superstring theories miss is that these vibrations of
light on the higher planes can travel faster than the limiting speed of physical
light, and that they are the vehicle of all our inner sensations or experiences
which we feel at the zero-point center of their origination or reflection on
our Astral-mental planes.
They also don't consider the information that can be carried as holographic
interference patterns of waves on the surfaces of the spheres... Or, how that
information can be coenergetically transferred from field to field and
"received" either directly or reflectively at all their zero points of conjunction --
where both awareness and will function interdependently. Thus, the string or
ray thickness can vary from plane to plane, as well as their order of
vibrational frequency spectrums.
Therefore, since the rays of primal light on all planes are analogous to the
electromagnetic spectrum on the physical plane, all forces in the universe are
electrical in nature and follow it's same fundamental laws. The only
difference between the equations for electricity, electromagnetic, or "light" energy
in any field, on any of the four metaphysical or hyperspatial planes or levels,
is the numerical values of their constant terms. For example, if physical
light, as the visible radiant energy of the electromagnetic spectrum, travels at
"C" velocity on the physical plane, and astral light at C^2 on the astral
plane, then astral energy or its substantiality could be calculated by the
equation, E=MC^4 or, M=E/C^4.
To sum it up, these four worlds (spiritual, mental, astral physical)
consisting of fourteen primary globes, nested like Chinese boxes, in monadic groups,
one within the other, and bounded by the "Ring Pass Not" of the surrounding
Mahatma field, initially represents the first, second and third Logos. This
globular involution of the Cosmic fields is graphically described symbolically (as
cross sectional linear diagrams) at:
http://users.aol.com/uniwldarts/uniworld.artisans.guild/chakrafield.html
http://users.aol.com/leonmaurer/invlutionflddiagnotate.gif
http://users.aol.com/leonmaurer/Invlutionfldmirror2.gif
The underlying basis and rationale behind the theory of ABC, as well as its
relationship to consciousness, mind and visual perception, is explained at:
http://tellworld.com/Astro.Biological.Coenergetics.
Note: While ABC theory is logically consistent with the metaphysical theories
that begin with the zero-point, that is empty of any attributes other than
inertia and spin (circular motion) in perfect harmony and perfect symmetry, it
does not relate to any current materialistic scientific theory that does not
consider the universe as infinitely divisible or infinitely expandable.
Nevertheless, it is perfectly consistent with the limited action of forces related
specifically to the physical universe on the lowest plane of mass-energy that
are subject to measurement by physical instruments -- which is the realm of
relativity and quantum physics and their synthesizing string theories along with
their particular mathematics.
You also may find further descriptive material on ABC and its relationship to
Superstring/M-brane theory among my letters in the archives of this forum
over the past few years. (I'm sorry but I have not yet compiled a list of these
letters.)
Further information on String theory explained for non physicists is at:
http://superstringtheory.com/basics/basic4.html
The Nova series of programs about string theory can be seen at:
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/elegant/
I hope this dissertation is clear enough to answer your question.
Should you have any further questions about ABC theory, please feel free to
contact me.
Best wishes,
Leon
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