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Godel's Incompleteness Theorems and Platonic Metaphysics

History and Philosophy of Physics 2015-09-10 v1

Abstract

We argue by using Godel's incompletness theorems in logic that platonism is the best metaphysics for science. This is based on the fact that a natural law in a platonic metaphysics represents a timeless order in the motion of matter, while a natural law in a materialistic metaphysics can be only defined as a temporary order which appears at random in the chaotic motion of matter. Although a logical possibility, one can argue that this type of metaphysics is highly implausible. Given that mathematics fits naturally within platonism, we conclude that a platonic metaphysics is more preferable than a materialistic metaphysics.

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@article{arxiv.1509.02674,
  title  = {Godel's Incompleteness Theorems and Platonic Metaphysics},
  author = {Aleksandar Mikovic},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1509.02674},
  year   = {2015}
}

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