Define "ancients". In the U.S. that generally means the ancient Greeks or earlier. Is that what you have in mind?jeane300 said:
Fantastic connections , thanku very much.jrmichler said:
Yes, I am talking about ancient Greeks and medieval science,phinds said:
It's funny because when we talk about 'ether' the reference is always the smell hehehehpinball1970 said:
I put, Greeks, and medieval sciencephinds said:
jeane300 said:
jeane300 said:
Ether, also known as quintessence or aether, was believed by the ancients to be a fifth element that made up the celestial bodies and the space between them. It was thought to be a pure and divine substance that filled the universe.
The ancients believed that ether was composed of tiny, invisible particles that were perfectly smooth and spherical. These particles were thought to be in constant motion, creating a subtle and imperceptible vibration throughout the universe.
No, the ancients did not believe that ether was tangible in the same way that other elements like earth, air, fire, and water were. It was considered to be a more spiritual and intangible substance, existing beyond the physical realm.
Ether was believed to be the substance that filled the space between the celestial bodies and held them in place. It was also thought to be the medium through which light and other forms of energy traveled.
The concept of ether evolved over time, with different civilizations and cultures having their own interpretations and beliefs about its composition. It was eventually rejected by modern science as a physical substance, but its influence can still be seen in various philosophical and spiritual beliefs.