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Quran's use of the word name (Ism)

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    good_logic
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    Peace brother Mazhar.
    You are saying this, quote

    And then the question will arise to prove logically its existence.

    What would your logical proof be, if you have one?
    I am interested, if you are willing to share it of course.
    Thank you.
    GOD bless you.
    Peace.

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      nimnimak_11
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      The word "omnipresence" is in itself meaningless unless you associate it with some entity. It will become meaningful when you name an object with it. And then the question will arise to prove logically its existence.

      I've been giving you a clear rational definition of omnipresence which means I've not just been using meaningless words. I gave you proof by highlighting that any other definition is absurd.

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        Mazhar
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        Peace brother Mazhar.
        You are saying this, quote

        And then the question will arise to prove logically its existence.

        What would your logical proof be, if you have one?
        I am interested, if you are willing to share it of course.
        Thank you.
        GOD bless you.
        Peace.

        Salam,

        The first question of Metaphysics or first philosophy is existence and first cause. So the study of metaphysics has but to start from Man's own existence.

        We are aware Philosophy came first and became the basis for science. The main difference is in the way they work and treat knowledge. Science is concerned with natural phenomena, while philosophy attempts to understand the nature of man, existence and the relationship that exists between the two concepts.

        Metaphysics is the branch of philosophy which Aristotle called as "first philosophy". It deals with the nature of existence, the being and the world and it is a subject that deals with "first causes and the principles of things".

        We need to know about our existence, because what else exists know quite well about us, our stature and position in the physical realm. They have their own levels of perception and understanding.

        The moment a philosopher observes the relation of his existence with the existence of universe, he can deduce nothing but the fact that his being is the first cause of the existence of the universe he lives in. A philosopher cannot fail to observe that he is not the reason for the survival of the universe, but it is the universe which is sustaining him and causing his survival though he is not her creator. So his own being is the first cause of the existence of the universe. Therefore, the first point of reflection for a truthful philosopher is to find the reason why the universe is at her service. This will lead him to find the first cause of his own existence. This will instantly lead him to the conclusion that he can not be one who causes the survival of the first cause of his own existence. Thinking otherwise will be a fallacy. The first cause must be living and surviving by His own self.

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          Mazhar
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          I've been giving you a clear rational definition of omnipresence which means I've not just been using meaningless words. I gave you proof by highlighting that any other definition is absurd.

          Perhaps you are not getting the point.

          omnipresence
          mnprz(&#601ns/Submit
          noun
          the state of being widespread or constantly encountered.
          "the omnipresence of the Internet in society today"

          the presence of God everywhere at the same time.
          "how does God's universal action prove His omnipresence?"

          Omnipresence is an attribute of some entity.

          You can read here

          https//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omnipresence

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            nimnimak_11
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            Perhaps you are not getting the point.

            omnipresence
            mnprz(&#601ns/Submit
            noun
            the state of being widespread or constantly encountered.
            "the omnipresence of the Internet in society today"

            the presence of God everywhere at the same time.
            "how does God's universal action prove His omnipresence?"

            Omnipresence is an attribute of some entity.

            You can read here

            https//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omnipresence

            Omnipresence is an attribute of some entity. That's the whole point I've been making in various ways and numerous times. That entity can only be Existence. If you think it's something else or that it can be something else, such as internet perhaps, then say so and then I will address that point.

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              Mazhar
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              Omnipresence is an attribute of some entity. That's the whole point I've been making in various ways and numerous times. That entity can only be Existence. If you think it's something else or that it can be something else, such as internet perhaps, then say so and then I will address that point.

              Like Philosophers you are revolving in a circle. You accept omnipresence is attribute of an entity and then you call that entity Existence. Existence is the ability to interact. Ability of interaction lead to presence of two and/or more entities.

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                good_logic
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                Peace Mazhar.
                Thank you for your earlier answer to my request. In general I agree.

                Another thing that you say here
                You accept omnipresence is attribute of an entity and then you call that entity Existence

                Why when all existence starts by an original "something that always existed/will always exist" can t we call it "Absolute existence" or "original existence"?
                GOD bless you.
                Peace.

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                  Mazhar
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                  Peace Mazhar.
                  Thank you for your earlier answer to my request. In general I agree.

                  Another thing that you say here
                  You accept omnipresence is attribute of an entity and then you call that entity Existence

                  Why when all existence starts by an original "something that always existed/will always exist" can t we call it "Absolute existence" or "original existence"?
                  GOD bless you.
                  Peace.

                  In isolation they do not give sense; one means a state and the other "original" is an adjective. They will become meaningful only when associated with Concrete entity for describing its state and characteristic.

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                    good_logic
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                    Peace Mazhar.
                    What if one does not know its state and characteristics? like you say here

                    Concrete entity for describing its state and characteristic

                    But they know for certain there is an "existence"! They will call it "existence", won t they? It makes sense to me.
                    GOD bless you.
                    Peace.

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                      Mazhar
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                      Peace Mazhar.
                      What if one does not know its state and characteristics? like you say here

                      Concrete entity for describing its state and characteristic

                      But they know for certain there is an "existence"! They will call it "existence", won t they? It makes sense to me.
                      GOD bless you.
                      Peace.

                      Entities have specific name, The word "existence" is not a name in any dictionary. And in solitary state has no message in it.

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                        good_logic
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                        Peace Mazhar.
                        I only see technicality, I have no issue if one does not know name or description or anything about "the one who existed first" to say " Existence" but the context of what is meant by "Existence" should be in the statement.
                        GOD bless you.
                        Peace.

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                          nimnimak_11
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                          Like Philosophers you are revolving in a circle. You accept omnipresence is attribute of an entity and then you call that entity Existence. Existence is the ability to interact. Ability of interaction lead to presence of two and/or more entities.

                          I don't think you know how to use reason effectively. Avoiding paradoxes is necessary. I'll try and teach you

                          Reason is always right when used correctly because anything other than this is paradoxical. Is this circular, correct, false, circular but correct, circular but false or none of what I've just mentioned?

                          I gave a definition of omnipresence, asserted that any other definition is paradoxical, and then demonstrated the various paths that any other definition would lead to the paradox that is non-existence.

                          So let's assess your definition to see if it's paradoxical or not. To see if it's rational or not.

                          Existence is the ability to interact

                          Is it in line with omnipresence exclusively or not? I have the ability to interact. I am existing in Existence but I am not Existence. Agreed?

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                            Mazhar
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                            Peace Mazhar.
                            I only see technicality, I have no issue if one does not know name or description or anything about "the one who existed first" to say " Existence" but the context of what is meant by "Existence" should be in the statement.
                            GOD bless you.
                            Peace.

                            Right, without context, except names of things, entities, all words are meaningless voices including the word "Existence".

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