philosophy of physics by Faisal Rahman

  The Zero-God Hypothesis: Atheism, Iconoclasm, and the Evolutionary Release of Psychic Energy Abstract This paper proposes a metaphorical framework where atheism is understood as a “zero-god state” that unlocks psychic energy otherwise trapped in idolatry. Drawing on analogies from nuclear physics, psychoanalysis, and Darwinian evolution, we suggest that iconoclasm (the rejection or destruction of idols) could be interpreted as a trigger for evolutionary leaps in cognition and consciousness. While not a literal scientific theory, this model offers a symbolic narrative linking cultural psychology and biological evolution. 1. Introduction Science often thrives on analogies. In physics, neutrons collide with nuclei, releasing immense nuclear energy. In biology, small genetic variations trigger vast evolutionary change. In psychology, unconscious conflicts (such as Freud’s Oedipus complex) shape culture and belief systems. This paper introduces an analogy: atheism as neutron, id...

  Atheism as a Zero Particle: A Simple Analogy Abstract Atheism can be thought of as “God = 0.” In physics terms, this is like a particle with no charge, similar to a neutron. Idolatry, on the other hand, can be imagined as a fragile nucleus built from beliefs and rituals. When the “atheism particle” strikes this nucleus, it breaks apart, releasing a burst of mental or “psychic” energy — just like nuclear fission releases atomic energy. God = 0   So,  Idolatry =0   Therefore , Atheist = iconoclast. 1. Atheism as a Neutral Particle In atoms, protons have positive charge, electrons have negative charge, but neutrons have no charge at all . Atheism is like that: it carries no belief in gods, no charge of faith. It is simply “zero.” 2. Idolatry as a Fragile Nucleus An idol can be compared to a heavy nucleus (like uranium). It is built from layers of beliefs (like protons) and cultural traditions (like neutrons). The bigger and more comp...