Re: Creationists declare war over the brain

On Oct 28, 9:07 am, c...@xxxxxxxx (Curt Welch) wrote:
Josip Almasi <j...@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Wolf Kirchmeir wrote:
Josip Almasi wrote:
Wolf Kirchmeir wrote:

Why would you argue that "patterns" are not matter?

Are phisical laws matter?

I see you are a Platonist. I'm not.

I see you can't answer a simple question with yes or no:)

So, phisical laws are not matter. They describe relationships and
interactions of matter/energy.
But once we know these laws, we may make simulations, virtual reality,
and we may use it i.e. for pilot training nearly as efficient as real
reality.
Then, if we know laws of mind, we might use it to build simulation of
mind.

As simple as that.

Regards...

Well, since you seem to need someone to point out the obvious answer to
you...

Physical laws are matter.

Actually, I think someone needs to point out the obvious answer to
BOTH of you: physical laws aren't things, so it is ridiculous to ask
whether they are matter or not. Only things can be described as
material or not, not descriptions OF those things.

And yes, energy is a thing, and can be talked about as being material
or not.

.

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