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Fractals, by definition, are geometric patterns with non-integar dimensions. The essential feature of a fractal is the existence of a similar structure at all length scales. A fractal object has the property that a small part resembles a larger part, which in turn resembles the whole object.

What this allows is an intimate glimpse of the Creator through the creation. How do we do this? For one, through the Word (obviously). Jesus’ parables are a prime example of fractal reflection��seeing� the invisible through that which we relate. Two, nature provides plenty of lessons. On one hand, one can contemplate the underpinnings of a galaxy (something intangible to most of us) by examing something of fractal nature that’s tangible�such as a hurricane or a whirlpool. On the other hand�philosophically�an example I use is one day while weeding a flower bed, I got to thinking that “weeding� is very much like what we all must do everyday to combat sin.

Like a weed, sin invades. It HAS to be plucked constantly and vigilently, otherwise the weeds quickly overrun, choke the garden plants and make it very burdensome to clean a fully invaded garden. It’s difficult to discern the good from the bad when seedlings of good plants and weed upshoots are both starting simultaneously. Sometimes weeds disguise themselves like the good plant, that is similarly looking weeds thrive. Often weeds will grow right through the structure of a plant, making it difficult to uproot the weed without doing damage to the good plant. These are all characteristics of sin.

Fractals of life�one that transverses the realms of cosmology, geology, chemistry, biology, physics and philosophy, and mathematics�can also be viewed through a classic relative value that goes by the names of the Golden Number, the Golden Ratio, the Golden Section, the Divine Section, The Divine Proportion or the Golden Mean. This value can be arrived through the Fibonnaci Sequence and is evident in a wide array of creative ventures by both man and God.

I have an essay regarding this that I did for a Logics class project a few years ago to provide empirical evidence of God. It gives more detail to the concepts I just presented:
http://www.cyberalley.com/FracLife.html

My question to this group and to thread this blog: Is it wrong to seek knowledge and appreciation of our Maker through the work of his hands�in realms outside scripture. Does God reveal himself outside his Word?

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