As the world approached the year 2012, controversy theorists made significant impacts on what people would expect, among them was the end of the world as humanity has known it. The actual event that will erase life from the planet remained a subject of debate; to same an asteroid would strike the earth while others proposed ideas of mystical proportions. As 21/12/2012 came closer, humanity was prepared for what it might bring with it. To people’s surprise, the day passed like any other with no noticeable uniqueness.
Although the Mayan calendar ended, its prediction of the end of the world did not become physically accurate. However, a new understanding of the year 2012 begun to surface. In the book “Fractal Time: The Secret of 2012 and a New World Age”, Braden Gregg comes up with a reasoning that the old world ended and a new world started, not in the physical form of ending, but in form time.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Theology and Science Concepts Intermarry
- 2012; the birth of a new World Time
- Fractal time algorithm and the choice point
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The main objective of this work is to present an alternative understanding of the year 2012 and the Mayan calendar, moving beyond interpretations of the end of the world. It aims to explain the concept of "fractal time" and its implications for understanding history, the future, and human agency.
- The concept of fractal time as a cyclical system with repeating patterns.
- The integration of theological and scientific perspectives on time and the universe.
- The significance of "choice points" in fractal time and their impact on future cycles.
- The Mayan calendar and its interpretation in light of fractal time theory.
- The application of mathematical concepts, such as the Golden Ratio and Fibonacci sequence, to understand fractal time.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage by discussing the prevalent anxieties surrounding the year 2012 and the Mayan calendar's supposed prediction of the world's end. It introduces Gregg Braden's concept of fractal time as a cyclical system where past, present, and future are interconnected, challenging the linear perception of time and suggesting that history repeats itself in patterns. The chapter serves as a foundation for exploring Braden's theory and its implications.
Theology and Science Concepts Intermarry: This chapter delves into Braden's attempt to synthesize theological beliefs and scientific concepts to explain fractal time. It explores the idea that events in the universe are not random but are interconnected across different time scales, mirroring previous occurrences. This synthesis challenges traditional views of chance and causality, arguing that past events influence the present and future, highlighting the concept of repeating patterns in time cycles. The chapter emphasizes the interconnectedness of seemingly disparate events across various scales.
2012; the birth of a new World Time: This chapter focuses on the interpretation of 2012, contrasting the common apocalyptic interpretations with Braden's perspective. It explores the Mayan calendar's prediction of a new World Age, not as a literal end, but as a shift in consciousness and an opportunity for change. It examines different perspectives on the end of times, including biblical prophecies, scientific theories of extinction, and societal disasters. Braden reframes 2012 as a transition point in a cyclical system, offering a new perspective on human history and the possibility of shaping the future.
Fractal time algorithm and the choice point: This chapter details Braden's "Time Code" algorithm, which uses mathematical concepts like the Golden Ratio and Fibonacci sequence to illustrate the cyclical nature of fractal time. It explains the concept of "choice points" as moments within the cycle where individuals and societies can influence the course of events. Braden uses mathematical concepts from different civilizations, linking natural patterns and observations to his theory of fractal time. The chapter highlights the role of human agency in shaping future cycles through deliberate choices at these pivotal moments.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Fractal time, Mayan calendar, 2012, cyclical time, choice points, Golden Ratio, Fibonacci sequence, theological science synthesis, pattern recognition, human agency, new world age.
Frequently Asked Questions: A Comprehensive Language Preview
What is the main topic of this text?
The text explores Gregg Braden's concept of "fractal time" and its application to understanding the year 2012 and the Mayan calendar. It moves beyond apocalyptic interpretations of 2012, presenting it as a potential "choice point" within a cyclical system of time.
What is fractal time?
Fractal time, as presented in this text, is a cyclical system where time is not linear but rather repeats in patterns. Past, present, and future are interconnected, and historical events can influence future events. This concept challenges the traditional linear understanding of time.
How does the text relate theology and science?
The text attempts to synthesize theological and scientific perspectives to support the concept of fractal time. It suggests that events in the universe are interconnected across different time scales, reflecting repeating patterns and challenging traditional notions of chance and causality.
What is the significance of the year 2012 according to this text?
The text reinterprets the year 2012, moving away from apocalyptic predictions. It presents 2012 as a "birth of a new World Time," a significant "choice point" within the fractal time cycle where humanity can influence future events and shape a new era.
What role do mathematical concepts play in this theory?
The text utilizes mathematical concepts like the Golden Ratio and the Fibonacci sequence to illustrate the cyclical nature of fractal time. These concepts are used to demonstrate the repeating patterns within the "Time Code" algorithm, a key element of Braden's theory.
What are "choice points" in the context of fractal time?
Choice points are moments within the fractal time cycle where individuals and societies have the power to influence the course of future events. These are pivotal moments that can significantly affect the trajectory of subsequent cycles.
What is the Mayan calendar's role in this theory?
The Mayan calendar is used as a case study to illustrate the concept of fractal time. The text analyzes its interpretation, shifting away from the common doomsday narrative and presenting it as a marker of a significant transition point within a cyclical system.
What are the key takeaways from the chapter summaries?
The chapter summaries provide an overview of how Braden's theory is developed throughout the text. They highlight the introduction of the fractal time concept, the integration of theological and scientific perspectives, the reinterpretation of 2012, and the detailed explanation of the "Time Code" algorithm and its implications for human agency.
What are the key words associated with this text?
Key words include: Fractal time, Mayan calendar, 2012, cyclical time, choice points, Golden Ratio, Fibonacci sequence, theological science synthesis, pattern recognition, human agency, new world age.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Christopher Mills (Author), 2016, Fractal Time. Past, Present and Future as a Continuous Rhythm, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/338658
