Do we have the power to control our destiny?

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This discussion explores the concepts of destiny and fate, defining destiny as the inevitable outcome to which a person or thing is destined, and fate as the force that predetermines events. The conversation establishes three categories of predetermination: strong, weak, and no predetermination. The conclusion reached is that weak predetermination exists, meaning some events are predetermined while others are not, as demonstrated through examples like solving mathematical equations and the act of dropping a ball.

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  • Understanding of philosophical concepts such as predetermination and free will.
  • Basic knowledge of algebra, particularly solving equations.
  • Familiarity with logical reasoning and argumentation.
  • Awareness of historical and cultural interpretations of fate and destiny.
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  • Research the philosophical implications of determinism versus free will.
  • Explore the concept of mathematical determinism in relation to natural laws.
  • Investigate historical perspectives on fate and destiny in various cultures.
  • Examine the psychological effects of belief in predetermination on human behavior.
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Philosophers, students of psychology, mathematicians, and anyone interested in the interplay between free will and determinism.

which category are we in?


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  • #31
olde drunk said:
I was using logical in as a common term, not within the academic context.

Secondly, you must admit that you are energy. Above and beyond the physical there is a life force (energy). within science, energy cannot be destroyed; ergo, you will continue to exist. as a spiritual energy force you will continue to roam the universe or choose to reincarnate.

most important, you, not your body, will continue to exist. the body will obey this law and decompose; you will not. IMHO!

love&peace,
olde drunk
Hey, is it possible that energy has always been? Even before the Big Bang? And, say that the Big Bang was merely a matter of converting Energy into Matter?
 
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Iacchus32:

we have scientically shown that time is a man made measure. without time, there is an eternity of some sort. we have also proven the concept of infinity. ergo, we are eternally infinite.

i know that this is overly simplistic and will annoy those that need an esoteric explanation. but, why avoid the obvious? K.I.S.S. (lol)!

love&peace,
olde drunk
 

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