The usurper says "truth is infinite". The usurper also says "infinity need not be discussed".
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Who is the “Usurper” in this context?
Post would suggest your either setting up for a either philosophical/religious debate on the nature of infinity. Which is a fascinating question. Or a tired rant about space not being real and photos being edited.
The usurper is anyone who would attempt to limit your understanding of the limitless.
The post was indeed meant to be an open ended, thought provoking prompt.
Too bad the mods deleted it for no reason.
That’s a real shame Some of those debates can get interesting and thought provoking. Something I think a few people here may benefit from.
Granted I’ve also seen just as many fruitful discussions here devolve into nasty affairs once the Bible is inevitably brought up.
But personally I find myself a fan of researching and contemplating the infinite. While sometimes an immensely terrifying prospect. I find it more preferable to the alternative. And better able to provide explanations as to some of humanities stranger quirks and abilities that have been observed over the years. Lucid Dreaming for instance.
To borrow the sentiments, and a slightly modified/paraphrased quote of Arthur C. Clarke. Either the Universe is infinite or it is not. Both options are equally terrifying.