Could Evil Parallel Universes Really Exist?

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The discussion centers around the concept of parallel universes, specifically the idea of universes characterized by "evil" rather than "good." Participants explore the implications of such universes within the framework of theories like M-theory and the multiverse, while also addressing the scientific validity of the terms used.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that if parallel universes exist, there could be one where "everything is towards evil," questioning the nature of good and evil in this context.
  • Others argue that "evil" and "good" are not scientific terms, suggesting that the question may not fit within the realm of physics.
  • One participant emphasizes the lack of evidence for alternate universes, suggesting that the inquiry may be more philosophical than scientific.
  • Another participant discusses the multiverse theory, particularly M-theory, stating that if an infinite number of universes exist, then every possible universe, including those with different physical constants, would also exist.
  • This participant notes the importance of not getting overly caught up in the speculative nature of the multiverse while acknowledging its intriguing possibilities.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express disagreement regarding the scientific validity of the original question and the use of terms like "evil." There are competing views on the existence and implications of parallel universes, particularly in relation to M-theory and the multiverse concept.

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Limitations include the lack of consensus on the definitions of "evil" and "good" in a scientific context, as well as the unresolved status of the multiverse theory and its implications.

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If there are parallel universes then there must be an existence where everything is towards evil, rather than good and the norm is juxtaposed? Pls explain?
 
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jaykay000 said:
If there are parallel universes then there must be an existence where everything is towards evil, rather than good and the norm is juxtaposed? Pls explain?

"Evil" and "good" are not physics terms (they're not even scientific terms, at least not in the natural sciences). So, I am sorry, your question is not a physics question :wink:.
 
that's a BIG "if". There is absolutely no evidence for alternate universes. If you are interested in science, I suggest that you study some science. If your interest is philosophy or metaphysics, this forum will not be much help to you.
 
jaykay000 said:
If there are parallel universes then there must be an existence where everything is towards evil, rather than good and the norm is juxtaposed? Pls explain?

If there are an infinite number of universe, such as in the multiverse of M-theory, then there will indeed be universes like you suggested. In the multiverse model, universes of every possible kind will exist (providing the laws of physics of that particular universe can themselves be achieved) - because M-theory allows for universes with different physical constants to our own. According to M-theory, something like 10^500 universes with different physical laws are possible.

If the multiverse exists, at least with the M-theory version, the universes you refer to as being 'parallel' won't share similarities with our universe due to an intrinsic connection, but rather because the multiverse allows for an infinite number of universes, and therefore an infinite number of possibilities. So no matter how low the probability of another universe being atom to atom identical to ours, or the exact opposite, it is inevitable to occur. And with an infinite number of universes in the multiverse, every possible universe will occur an infinite number of times.

Very interesting stuff, but it's important not to get caught up in this, while it is extremely mind blowing and exciting to ponder on it, there is a long way to go before anything is set in concrete. :-p
 
This isn't science.
 

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