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DOI10.1007/S10699-011-9272-5zbMATH Open1267.83080arXiv1109.5134OpenAlexW3037756897MaRDI QIDQ351453FDOQ351453

Authors: Gustavo E. Romero 

Publication date: 11 July 2013

Published in: Foundations of Science (Search for Journal in Brave)

Abstract: I argue for a four dimensional, non-dynamical view of space-time, where becoming is not an intrinsic property of reality. This view has many features in common with the Parmenidean conception of the universe. I discuss some recent objections to this position and I offer a comparison of the Parmenidean space-time with an interpretation of Heraclitus' thought that presents no major antagonism.

Full work available at URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/1109.5134

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zbMATH Keywords

determinismgravitationrelativitypre-socraticsspace-time

Mathematics Subject Classification ID

Space-time singularities, cosmic censorship, etc. (83C75)

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