Predict The Day of Judgment (by real observation) is at hand-Smolin

In summary, Lee Smolin gave a thought-provoking talk at the Quantum Gravity conference, challenging the audience of researchers to consider observable quantum gravity effects. This relates to the idea of The Day of Judgment, in which preachers urge people to repent and get ready. Similarly, Smolin urges researchers to make predictions from their theories quickly, as significant data is coming in. Overall, his talk had a similar theme to that of street corner preachers.
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Predict! The Day of Judgment (by real observation) is at hand!--Smolin

Lee Smolin gave a really interesting talk at this past week's conference on Quantum Gravity at Perimeter.
He was assigned a 35 minute time-slot by the organizers, and asked to challenge the audience of QG researchers, which he did. The talk was very much geared to current astrophysical observation and reports to be expected over the next year and a half. The viewpoint was in part provocative and the focus was on prospects of observable quantum gravity effects.
 
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And what is the relation to The Day of Judgment?
 
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In the US one used to see street corner preachers with signs saying
REPENT
THE DAY OF JUDGMENT IS AT HAND
I've seen a few in my day. They were common enough that magazines like The New Yorker would have cartoon drawings involving these prophets.
You live in Brazil, maybe the practice never caught on there.

Anyway the the message is always GET READY! I liked Smolin's talk and it had a kind of similar theme. Make your theories and get predictions from them in a hurry, folks, because a bunch of significant data is coming in!
 
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FAQ: Predict The Day of Judgment (by real observation) is at hand-Smolin

What is the theory of "Predict The Day of Judgment (by real observation) is at hand-Smolin"?

The theory of "Predict The Day of Judgment (by real observation) is at hand-Smolin" is proposed by physicist Lee Smolin in his book "The Trouble with Physics". It suggests that the universe is constantly changing and evolving, and that the end of the universe may be approaching based on real scientific observations.

How does this theory differ from traditional religious beliefs about the Day of Judgment?

This theory differs from traditional religious beliefs as it is based on scientific observations and theories, rather than spiritual or religious beliefs. It also suggests that the end of the universe may come about through natural processes, rather than a divine intervention.

What evidence supports the theory of the Day of Judgment being at hand according to Smolin?

Smolin points to several pieces of evidence that support his theory, including the observation that the expansion of the universe is accelerating, the existence of dark energy and dark matter, and the concept of the "multiverse", in which multiple universes exist and interact with each other.

How does the theory of the Day of Judgment being at hand affect our understanding of the universe?

This theory challenges traditional ideas about the universe and its ultimate fate. It suggests that the universe is constantly changing and evolving, and that the end may come about through natural processes, rather than a predetermined plan or divine intervention.

Is there a way to prove or disprove this theory?

At this time, there is no way to definitively prove or disprove this theory. However, scientists continue to gather data and conduct experiments in order to gain a better understanding of the universe and its evolution. As more evidence is gathered, our understanding of the potential end of the universe may become clearer.

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