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Engineering vs Scientist

Engineering (Bayesian probability) and Scientists (Frequentist probability)

The History of Hobbesian Nations and the Althusian Commonwealth

The Rise of Hobbesian Nations and the Chronos Wars

  • Centralization of Power
    • Scientific and technological advancements lead to Hobbesian structures.
    • Scientists elevated into cushy government positions; research becomes politicized.
    • Competition for government funding leads to corruption and inefficiency.
  • Militarization and War
    • Hobbesian nations engage in the Chronos Wars, focusing on decapitating enemy power centers.
    • Catastrophic destruction follows, leading to societal disarray.
  • Downfall of the Hobbesian Model
    • The vulnerability of the Hobbesian model is exposed as centralized governments collapse.
    • Chaos, anarchy, and suffering spread across war-torn nations.

The Emergence of the Althusian Movement

  • Monastic Origins
    • The Althusian movement begins as a modest monastic order committed to nonviolence.
    • Inspired by Johannes Althusius’ On Politics and Abraham Kuyper’s writings on Sphere Sovereignty.
  • Growth and Inclusivity
    • The movement attracts refugees disillusioned with the Hobbesian model.
    • Inclusivity is emphasized, drawing from the teachings of Lactantius and Origen.
  • Development of the Commonwealth
    • The Althusians establish a decentralized commonwealth based on mutual aid and voluntary participation.
    • The commonwealth becomes a beacon of hope in a war-ravaged galaxy.

Integrating War-Torn Entities into the Althusian Commonwealth

  • Voluntary Integration
    • War-torn entities can join the commonwealth while maintaining their sovereignty.
    • Nations choose their level of integration and benefit from the commonwealth’s support.
  • No Tribute or Taxes
    • The Althusian commonwealth does not demand taxes or tribute from its members.
    • The commonwealth serves as an equal partner, offering assistance without demanding loyalty or payment.
  • Civil Service Selection
    • Nations that dissolve their civil governance fully integrate into the commonwealth’s volunteer-based leadership pool.
    • Governance is seen as a civic duty, with rulers serving without pay.

Philosophical and Ethical Themes

  • Sphere Sovereignty
    • Each area of life (family, business, religion, government) operates independently but cooperatively.
    • This contrasts with the Hobbesian model, where the state dominates all spheres.
  • Inclusivity and Peace
    • The Althusians’ commitment to inclusivity and peace, inspired by early Christian thinkers, forms the moral foundation of their society.
  • Rebuilding and Symbiosis
    • The Althusians emphasize symbiosis and mutual aid in rebuilding war-torn societies.
    • The narrative explores the challenges and successes of integrating these societies into the commonwealth.

Narrative Possibilities

  • A Refugee’s Journey
    • A refugee from a destroyed Hobbesian nation finds sanctuary in the Althusian commonwealth.
    • Their journey explores the transition from hierarchy to cooperation.
  • Tensions Within the Commonwealth
    • As more entities join the commonwealth, internal tensions arise over integration.
    • Debates over autonomy and maintaining the commonwealth’s integrity.
  • Reconciliation and Forgiveness
    • Themes of reconciliation and forgiveness are explored as the Althusians heal the wounds of the Chronos Wars.
  • An External Threat
    • A new external threat forces the Althusians and Hobbesians to cooperate.
    • Tests the Althusians’ commitment to nonviolence and inclusivity.

Long-Term Vision for the Commonwealth

  • Evolution of Governance
    • The commonwealth evolves into a complex network of interconnected societies with varying levels of autonomy.
    • The story explores how this network adapts to new challenges.
  • The Future of the Hobbesian Remnants
    • The remnants of the Hobbesian nations either integrate or exist on the fringes of the commonwealth.
    • The narrative explores whether these remnants can embrace Althusian ideals or remain a source of conflict.