Oddbean new post about login | logout This might be a little controversial, but one could argue that math, in reality, is more powerful than God in mythology.
In mythology, yes. But in an Abrahamic religion like Christianity, time, math and logic and the laws of this universe all came out of the mind of God who exists outside of them.
If God is infinite, he doesn't exist outside of them.
If you're being pedantic about the term infinite requiring finiteness to make sense, I think I'd respond by just saying "infinite" is just the best word we have for it from our context. If not, can you elaborate ?
Sorry elaborating would be peDaNtiC. I was pretty clear with my statement, but you definitely revealed why you know the meaning of peDaNtiC.
It wasn’t meant to be a triggering or aggressive use of the word. Was just wondering if your focus was on the term used. That’s why I asked for clarification. Sorry for the unintended aggressive tone
Especially since I thought we became friends at Nostrasia 🥹
I was hoping to go again this year!
No, I am sorry. I am completely lost on this conversation. I didn't even realize it was you "rewolf" from nostrasia!
I agree, I would also add even people from Dharmic religions have also made significant contributions. I also disagree with this whole notion that religions were entirely anti-science. There were certainly some serious restrictions, but they were quite specific. Innovation overall was always encouraged.