Black hole complementarity and omnipresence

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Black hole complementarity suggests that two observers, one inside and one outside a black hole's event horizon, perceive different realities without contradiction, as neither can observe the other's perspective. The discussion raises the issue of an omnipotent being, defined as existing everywhere, which would imply being both inside and outside the event horizon, creating a potential contradiction. The core debate centers on whether the existence of such a being aligns with the principles of black hole complementarity. The thread also notes that it does not meet the posting criteria for the forum. Overall, the conversation explores the intersection of theoretical physics and philosophical implications regarding omnipotence.
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As I understand black hole complementarity, two observers (one beyond the event horizon ,one within it) experience different realities. There is no contradiction because no one can observe both scenarios at once, you can't be inside and outside the event horizon, hence no contradiction.
But some people believe there is such a thing as an omnipotent being. Such a being is by definition everywhere. But that would put this being both inside and outside the event horizon hence realising a contradiction. Agree or disagree?
 
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