Astrophysics

Journal Entry: 12-26-2011: I know very little about astrophysics, astronomy or the current, scientific status of the celestial study of the universe. Nonetheless, I can't help urging philosophers and theologians that they would open up access for themselves to a marvelous plethora of new theories and insights by becoming versed followers of astrophysics, as well as participating in observation of, research about and experimentation on celestial bodies and forces. Fascinating, novel results of up-to-date research, if compared and contrasted with traditional philosophy and theology, would trigger new ways of studying religion and metaphysics. Thinkers must avail themselves to input from the latest efforts to understand the universe, the large and small aspects of it included. Any self-respecting cosmologist must make a credible, competitive effort to stay abreast of all the rapidly introduced discoveries revealed weekly. He must know how to wield, gather and interpret data acquired through the latest technology, novel experimental knowledge and incredible astronomical theories being floated about. If secular scientists would only do their astronomy and astrophysics with orientation and critical interpretation provided by advising theologians and philosophers, their theories and experiments will be cleaner, more focused, sharper, more productive and more informative. One's cosmological stance can only be strengthened as tested against current secular thinking. The truth will set us free even if we have to revise our personal philosophy, and our personal theology. We must eagerly await and delve into this intellectual adventure to look, learn and enjoy what is coming down the pike.