In view of the Pam Reynolds story, and the approaching reality that it is exceptionally unlikely that we will be able to explore any significant fraction of the physical universe before our planet becomes uninhabitable:
The capability of physical exploration of the entire material universe –– 0%
The capability of non-physical exploration of all aspects of the universe –– 100%
Dependence of physical existence on existence of consciousness –– Complete
Dependence of existence of consciousness on material existence –– None
This satisfies the scientific quest of the ages to attain an understanding of the entire universe. The benefit derived from the physical realm comes through
developing an understanding of causality, followed by the eventual realization that consciousness survives the physical realm. The awakening of consciousness throughout the non-physical realms of time and space serves to reveal that the universe is effectively infinite, and that one must secure the guidance of those who have the knowledge of the universe beyond time and space, the Eternal Realm, in order to complete the evolution of consciousness within any practical amount of time.
As long as the scientific community supports the Doctrine of Materialism, this is equivalent to proclaiming that consciousness cannot survive death. And if science were to accept the evidence that consciousness survives death, that would be equivalent to finally confessing that there is much more to the universe than has been taught. As long as science maintains that consciousness does not survive death, this can only delay the discovery of our true nature. This is science denying its true purpose. Accepting the true nature of consciousness would be the greatest advancement ever for science. It is time to leave black holes to the movies. There are monumentally significant realizations for each individual to attain by turning the attention away from the physical to explore non-physical realities.
