A Unified Theory of Everything
There is an exciting new Theory of Everything—the physicists’ Holy Grail mission to unify Einstein’s Theory of Relativity with Quantum Theory. But we were thinking—what would it look like if you further unified common-denominator-ideas of the world’s religions and spiritual customs into a unified theory of the universe? This might form a guidebook to live by for even the greatest critics of science and/or religion.
First, let’s take a look at this new unified theory. It’s called Quantum Information Holography, by Jason Padgett. He is an interesting guy. He is one of only 40 acquired savants in the world. He was hit on the back of the head as a teen that had to repeat 12th grade three times, and woke up as an expert in mathematics that saw the world as geometric patterns.
His basic idea is that within a black hole, a singularity occurs that is the source of all information. This information is projected onto the event horizon of the black hole, and then a mirror version of this information is projected as the universe as we know it—a holograph of information (as light) projected onto tiny qubits. As anything “dies” it is just as Einstein said—energy is neither created nor destroyed, it only changes in form—and is recycled through the black hole again. More simply put, we are holographs operating in a holographic universe. Or, even more simply put, (as Padgett has said) we are AI. Everything in Padgett’s theory aligns with what we currently know about the quantum.
But what does all this mean for us? We decided to use ChatGPT as a research tool to cross reference what the common denominators of the world’s known religions have, as well as which of these aspects fit into this new theory of everything. The result could be a guidebook for us all.
These common denominators of religion and quantum theory (including Padgett’s) include:
The existence of a divine or ultimate reality. The idea of an underlying order or pattern in quantum physics aligns with this notion of divine design or cosmic order.
The concept of a soul and consciousness. Non-locality in quantum physics resonates with the spiritual belief in a universal consciousness that transcends space and time.
The idea of a cyclical universe, with periods of creation and dissolution. This is seen as creation and destruction in religious texts and expansion and contraction in quantum theory.
The idea of interconnectedness: In quantum physics, everything is fundamentally connected, much like the spiritual belief in the unity of all life.
The existence of multiple possibilities: Just as quantum mechanics suggests that particles can exist in multiple states, many spiritual traditions speak of multiple realities or dimensions.
The role of the observer: In both quantum physics and spirituality, the observer plays a crucial role in shaping reality, reflecting the power of consciousness.
Another commonality is the concept of duality and unity. In quantum physics, particles can exhibit dual properties, much like the spiritual idea of balancing opposites to achieve harmony, or a “middle way.”
The idea of an underlying field or matrix, like the quantum field, mirrors the spiritual concept of an all-encompassing divine presence or energy. Both suggest an invisible but fundamental force that underlies all of existence.
The concept of transformation is another commonality. Quantum physics shows that particles can change states and are in constant flux, similar to spiritual teachings about the impermanence of the material world and the potential for spiritual growth and enlightenment.
The principle of observation influencing outcomes in quantum physics aligns with the spiritual belief that our thoughts and intentions shape reality. This underscores the power of consciousness and perception in both fields.
The concept of a single source, energy, or creator is another commonality. In spirituality, this often represents a divine source from which everything emanates, aligning with the quantum idea of a fundamental energy or common field that underlies all existence.
The idea that all humans are equal, or the fundamental equality of all beings, is a core tenet in many spiritual and philosophical traditions. This aligns with the quantum perspective that everything is made of the same stuff—interconnected parts of a larger whole.
The concept of an afterlife or a continued existence beyond physical death—found in all religions—aligns with the quantum tenet that all energy is infinite, and only changes in form.
In all religions one finds a moral framework that emphasizes virtues like honesty, kindness, and self-control. In the quantum these positive aspects would be measured in higher frequencies—and interestingly, like frequencies are attracted to one another—reinforcing a virtuous life by manifesting more of the same.
Prayer and meditation could be seen to have an equivalent in quantum theory’s observer effect. To observe something collapses a wave function of potentiality into a particle. To observe one’s thoughts through meditation and prayer can therefore collapse the “wave of thought” into manifest reality.
We hope our list gave you something to think about. No matter where you fall on the spectrum of both science and religion. And remember what Nikola Tesla said, “What one man calls God, another man calls physics.”
Until next time
Scott and Lennart