Speaking of axioms,
Quote (Pete, from page 4 of this thread)
The first obstacle in the assumption that there is a universe is dealing with everyone's perceptions of who or what is the center of it.
The second obstacle is convincing each person it is not them.
Quote (Pete, from page 4 of this thread)
Quote:Thus we all start with some fundamental assumptions, such as the existence of a universe to know anything about. Such as the existence of natural "laws". Such as our ability to know and understand those "laws". Such as causality. And homogeneity. These are things we take on 'faith'.
The first obstacle in the assumption that there is a universe is dealing with everyone's perceptions of who or what is the center of it.
The second obstacle is convincing each person it is not them.
The Bill of No Rights
The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. Robert A. Heinlein
The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. Robert A. Heinlein