| Many
Universes or Megaverse:We have discussed Multiple
Universe theory and Anthropic Principle from the point of
view or possibility of ‘Chance’. Paul Davies,
in his book ‘The Mind of God’ (p.217) has discussed
these concepts from the point of view of possibility of ensemble
of universes and principle of selection. "The universe
we see is but one among a vast ensemble, ..so propitiously
suited to biological requirements. It has been anthropically
selected'. The philosopher George Gale has compiled a list
of several physical theories that in one way or another imply
an ensemble of universes. The most frequently discussed theory
of multiple universes concerns an interpretation of quantum
mechanics (i.e. quantum uncertainty leads to the possibility
of more than one world.).. Through out the cosmos, the inherent
uncertainties that confront each and every quantum particle
are continually being resolved by differentiation of reality
into ever more independently existing universes…that
everything that can happen, will happen. That is, every set
of circumstances that is physically possible.. will be manifested
somewhere among this.. set of universes.. The various universes
must be considered to be in some sense "parallel"
or co-existing realities.. This is by no means the only conjecture
for an ensemble of worlds. Another, somewhat easier to visualize,
is that what we have been calling ‘the universe’
might just be a small patch of a much larger system extended
in space. If we could look beyond the ten billion or so light-years
accessible to our instruments, we would see (so the theory
goes) other regions of the universe that are very different
from ours.” The Quran also refers to the `plurality’
of heavens, but subject to one unified law and harmonized
system, now referred by scientists as `Megaverse.’ It
has been emphatically clarified with illustrious explanation
that there is Only One Law Giver for all the planes of existence.
If there were more, there would have definitely been conflict
and chaos.
The universe is multi-layered. In its each plane
of arrangement, there is an endless variety of wonders! The
astronomers have found a distant extra solar planet, orbiting
a star 5,000 light years away in a distant spiral arm of the
Milky Way and closer than the sun to the galactic centre,
a bizarre place of torris heat (atmospheric temperature of
about 3,100 F, enough to vaporize most metals), with clouds
and raindrops made of iron. [Is the Hell one of such places
already existing? The Quran provides very graphic descriptions
and details. “(All) objects radiate at a certain wavelength.
The only exception, the only truly dead object in God’s
universe would be one with zero degree absolute temperature
(-273C), but this is only a theoretical possibility, with
nothing reaching this state. By the way, is it any wonder
that God uses the allegory of Hell and Fire to describe the
infinite misery since there is no limit to it whereas there
is a limit how cold an object can get?] (Hossein Kowsari,
“History of the Universe at the earliest times”,
14.7.2002, Universalunity.net). In fact more than 100 extra-solar
planets (with extreme varieties of atmosphere and environment)
- orbiting stars other than sun - have been found.
The Quran provides detailed and graphic accounts
of `winding up’ of stars and other heavenly bodies.
Scientists also present almost similar accounts. Sagittarius,
the dwarf galaxy, is the nearest and 48,980 light years away
from the outmost diffuse limits of the Milky Way, (10,000
times heavier than the Sagittarius). It is for the first time
in human history that we have witnessed a galaxy devouring
another galaxy. Devouring of smaller galaxies is a natural
phenomenon called galactic cannibalism, a process Sagittarius
is going through.
Unity
and Universality enunciated in the term Aalamiin:The
divine consideration for all forms, types, species and states
of existence is universal and all-embracing. It is not exclusive
to any individual, group or community. The supplication in
verse No. 5, is for universal good. There is a sense of belonging
in supplicating in first person and creates a sense of ownership
that the suppliant has an owner who listens to, cares for
and can and will surely help them. It makes it universal by
using plural without restriction. It adds emphasis to the
idea and appeal by making it purely personal. It is not just
a statement, but a supplication, which highlights emotional
commitment, sentimental sensitivities and consideration for
the common bond of brotherhood, fellow feelings, friendship
and comradeship.
Ben Finger in his ‘Concise World History’,(pp.10-11)
elaborates different aspects of fundamental importance of
universal good. "There must be faith in the efficacy
of reason if men are to govern themselves successfully, with
respect for the public interest. The free society relies upon
internal convictions rather than external coercion. The laws
of a rational order of human society are not arbitrary. Morality
has natural sanctions. Right is enjoined and wrong is penalized,
by the natural order of things. Human nature is not merely
the self-preservative instinct, but it has regard to others,
as Shaftesbury well remarked. Respect for the lives and property
of others is dictated by fellow-feelings.. Thus reason must
regulate the will if the principles of the good society are
to prevail on earth.” Quoting Arnold J. Toynbee, Ben
Finger goes on to explain: "The rise and fall of civilizations
is not just an automatic matter of blind fate, but civilization
is a `product of wills'. Toynbee, like other enlightened historians,
recognizes an objective moral and spiritual order.. It is
man's never-ending duty to choose between good and evil..
Fools worship transient forms, neglecting the life behind
the form. Toynbee reminds us of 'the universal nemesis of
idolatry.'
"Those who live on a merely-physical level
relate their lives to a materialistic frame of reference.
But with inner growth, one discovers the true worth of man's
life as a member of the spiritual universe. This consciousness
is the supreme end of life, which all instrumental ends should
serve. Beyond man's empirical selfhood is his identity as
a spiritual being, and this accounts for the intrinsic worth
and freedom of human personality. Inwardly, the aware person
feels his connection with all other lives, and enjoys access
to a treasure of eternal worth. |
