Abstract
Abstract: We may understand the possibilities of physics by attempting somehow to define it. To define it is to make it finite, to expose its boundaries and its limitations. We could say that physics is about experiences and theories described & tested in our physical reality. This essentially means that physics requires from the start, that whatever it discovers about the universe must be formulated in terms of space and time for the purpose of testing. This pre-requisite is at the same time a prejudice that prevents physics from asking and answering questions pertaining to the actual existence of those very elements it requires. Therefore, physics cannot ask the questions of whether or not space or time really exists in the universe. This is the limit of physics. The questions of the actual existence of space or time in the universe are metaphysical questions, questions that natural metaphysics could ask and answer. To believe otherwise would be to pretend that our physical relationship with the universe is so special that it is in fact a true and ultimate representation. This is the present situation and we do not have the choice but to use a metaphysical approach to answer these final questions about what really exist out there. This essay will make an overview of essentials like truths and truth systems, the working of philosophy and science and the importance of logic, not just for our mathematics and sciences but also, for this universe. As required, we will build a proper natural metaphysics. This exploration will give indications as to the possibilities of physics, once it acquires a metaphysical and logical understanding of the universe. If we consider everything physics has accomplished without knowing what the universe is really made of, just think of what it could do if it did.
Marcel-Marie LeBel