It’s a Legitimate Scientific Hypothesis: Are We Living in a Giant Computer Game Simulation?

(Stillness in the Storm Editor) Elon Musk and others have proffered the notion that we are living in a computer simulation. It’s a theory that the technology saturated population of modern society is more readily able to accept than the antiquated notions of divinity, and the spiritual nature of reality. Yet, in examining the tenets of the theory, a remarkable similarity to concepts of a conscious universe can be drawn. But it appears that objectively, both simulation and spiritual primacy theories are unverifiable—which makes the whole discussion all the more interesting. 

In essence, simulation hypothesis seems to be a theory of a conscious universe for those who haven’t yet made the leap to a spiritual comprehension of existence. Given that in the information age, critical thinking and abstract thought has been severely hampered by an overexposure to image-generating technologies, the genesis of simulation theory is congruent with the social fabric of society. But what is the actual truth? Is this theory a version of the consciousness universe for the modern age or is spirituality and religion merely a shadow of the simulated reality?

Last year, I wrote an introduction for a similar article discussing the theory, which I have included here. 

Ultimately, these things can be discussed in an open way and impart consciousness expansion in the process. We need not hold fast to one theory over another when there is so much uncertainty in each respect. The truth behind these big questions in the universe is still there waiting to be claimed. So why not put all ideas on the table and work together to see which one works the best?

Here is the introduction from the article, Consciousness Universe vs. Simulation Hypothesis | Are We Living in a Computer Simulation Created by an Advanced Civilization? Elon Musk Says ‘Yes’


(Justin Deschamps) The notion that we are living in a computer simulation has gained increasing popularity of late. It suggests that everything we think, feel, touch, see and interact with is actually code in an ultra advanced computer program run by an equally advanced alien civilization.

An Organized Universe

It sounds like a compelling idea for several reasons. When we look at how the universe is organized, from the very small to the very large, there are systems of motion and energy expressed in scales. The Scaling Law Nassim Haramein derived from observations of energy as a function of radius demonstrates that the same general geometric relationships (proportions) are repeated throughout the cosmos.

Abstract. From observational data and our theoretical analysis, we demonstrate that a scaling law can be written for all organized matter utilizing the Schwarzschild condition, describing cosmological to sub-atomic structures. Of interest are solutions involving torque and Coriolis effects in the field equations. Significant observations have led to theoretical and experimental advancement describing systems undergoing gravitational collapse, including vacuum interactions. The universality of this scaling law suggests an underlying polarizable structured vacuum of mini white holes/black holes. We briefly discuss the manner in which this structured vacuum can be described in terms of resolution of scale analogous to a fractal-like scaling as a means of renormalization at the Planck distance. Finally, we describe a new horizon we term the “spin horizon” which is defined as a result of a spacetime torque producing boundary conditions in a magnetohydrodynamic structure. — SCALE UNIFICATION – A UNIVERSAL SCALING LAW FOR ORGANIZED MATTER, Nassim Haramein, Michael Hyson, E. A. Rauscher.

Torus Geometry at small and large scales. Top middle, hydrogen atom.

“I think probably not because then you have to say: Where does the master intelligence come from? So it sort of begs the question. So I think really you can explain this with the fundamental laws of physics. You know its complex phenomenon from simple elements.” – Source

Although Musk doesn’t say he is an atheist, the answer he provides details a belief system that denies the existence of an intelligent creator. To be clear, I am not casting judgment on those who reject creationist views—I was an atheist for 28 years of my life, so I know from first-hand experience how this belief alters the perception of reality, just like any belief.

Musk has a valid point in that there can’t be a master intelligence, ” … because then you have to say: Where does the master intelligence come from?” From this perspective, there has to be a creator to create this “intelligence.” In one example the rationale can be deduced from the observation that reproduction of some species occurs through coupling; people come from other people. In this way, it’s logical to conclude that an ultimate theory of the universe can’t be founded on intelligence without also wondering where it came from.

A transcendent creator solves this paradox because ultimately this personality is both creature and creator, the observer and the object being observed. Hence a transcendent personality. We could discuss this one point at length, but suffice it to say, the great thinkers of the past acknowledge the paradox Musk raised in his commentary. The solution for this seeming inconsistency is that reality, at its ultimate level, is a singularity, a grand harmony of oneness.

Consider that within a dream or imagined reality, we can observe an envisioned scene as a single observer (a person) while also having the ability to watch and experience all other objects in the scene. Within our imagination, we are everything and have omniscience, as well as omnipotence. Therefore, within our own minds, we can create an analog that is equivalent to the transcendent nature of the creator. In other words, the best way to explain the ultimate reality of existence, within a creationist view, is that the universe is a dream within the mind of the creator, and we are dreamers within that dream.

Simulation Hypothesis: Intelligent Design-lite

The theory I am putting forth is that those who ascribe to Simulation Hypothesis do so because it is a theory they can buy into without having to let go of the rejection of an intelligent creator—because it is a theory of intelligent design. They get all the benefits of an intelligent universe, from personal life purpose to transcendence of the material world, without having to explore ideas of a spiritual creator. But there’s some apparent inconsistencies to consider.

Simulation theory, like other materialist theorems, has built-in circular logic. For example, if the universe was created by an alien civilization, who created the aliens? Musk’s answer alludes to the fact that there is no “master intelligence” and that intelligence itself emerged from “the laws of physics.” But that leads to the next question, who or what created these laws?

Source – Collective Evolution

by Alexa Erickson, January 2nd, 2016

As another year far into the millennium comes to a close, many may be reflecting on how different our future turned out from how we once imagined it would be. Contrary to the many movies, books, and personal speculations on the future, we have no flying cars and no robot servants, no time travel or warp speed. And yet, so much has changed, but we simply didn’t see the technology coming.