Implicate order and explicate order

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In summary, implicate order and explicate order are two concepts introduced by physicist David Bohm to explain the relationship between the physical world and the underlying reality. Implicate order refers to the interconnectedness and inseparability of all things, while explicate order refers to the visible, tangible manifestation of this underlying reality. These two orders are in a constant state of flux, with the explicate order constantly unfolding from the implicate order. This idea challenges the traditional notion of cause and effect and suggests a deeper, underlying unity in the universe.
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... according to David Bohm's theory.

There is a device that illustrates this. It consists of two concentric glass cylinders. Between them is a viscous fluid, such as glycerin. If a drop of insoluble ink is placed in the glycerin and the outer cylinder is turned slowly, the drop of dye will be drawn out into a thread. Eventually the thread gets so diffused it cannot be seen. At that moment there seems to be no order present at all. Yet if you slowly turn the cylinder backward, the glycerin draws back into its original form, and suddenly the ink drop is visible again. The ink had been enfolded into the glycerin, and it was unfolded again by the reverse turning.

Does anyone have an actual video of this experiment? I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
 
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1. What is the difference between implicate order and explicate order?

Implicate order, also known as the "enfolded" or "hidden" order, refers to the underlying interconnectedness and potentiality of all things. It is the state of unity and wholeness that exists beyond our perception. Explicate order, on the other hand, is the perceived reality that unfolds from the implicate order. It is the world of separate and distinct objects and events that we experience through our senses.

2. How did the concept of implicate order and explicate order come about?

The concept of implicate and explicate order was developed by theoretical physicist David Bohm in the 1970s. Bohm believed that our current understanding of reality is limited by our fragmented way of thinking, and that there is a deeper, underlying order that connects everything in the universe.

3. Can you give an example of implicate and explicate order?

One example of implicate and explicate order is the relationship between a seed and a tree. The seed contains the implicate order of the tree, with all its potential to grow, but to our senses, it appears as a small, distinct object. As the tree grows, it unfolds into the explicate order, becoming a visible and tangible entity.

4. How does the concept of implicate and explicate order relate to quantum mechanics?

The concept of implicate and explicate order is closely related to the principles of quantum mechanics, which suggest that at the subatomic level, particles are not fixed and separate entities but rather interconnected and inseparable. This aligns with the idea of implicate order, where everything is fundamentally connected and part of a larger whole.

5. How does understanding implicate and explicate order impact our view of reality?

Understanding the concept of implicate and explicate order challenges our traditional views of reality and highlights the limitations of our perception. It suggests that there is a deeper, more interconnected level of reality that we are not aware of. This can lead to a more holistic and interconnected perspective, with implications for fields such as philosophy, psychology, and spirituality.

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