mission
The mission of prjct42 is to forge a society wherein consciousness may blossom and flourish. We will achieve this through rational dialogues traversing any and all topics relevant to the human condition.
why?
We are the universe experiencing itself. This extraordinary fact becomes even more remarkable when we consider that, as far as our current knowledge goes, it is we, humans, who possess the sole consciousness, the rare gift of self-awareness, able to fathom itself, life, the vastness of the universe, and everything. With such a profound capacity comes an inherent obligation: to continually strive for expanding the realms of conscious experience and understanding. It is a sacred duty we cannot evade; it is our very essence.
how?
The best way, nay, the only path towards achieving our mission, is through Science and Reason. Science has consistently proven itself as the ultimate tool for comprehending the world and unraveling its mysteries. It is imperative that we, guided by the light of Science, employ Reason to inform our choices and navigate the human condition within this awe-inspiring universe. It is through Science and Reason that we establish our Moral Systems, which shape our lives and enable us to thrive.
but…
Scientific knowledge is ever-evolving; new discoveries occur daily. As our understanding of the world deepens and expands, our Moral Systems must adapt and transform accordingly. This signifies progress. It is essential that our Moral discussions be open and informed by both Science and Reason. It is through this interplay that society advances, and conscious experience unfurls.
therefore
prjct42 serves as a unified platform where we integrate and synthesize our scientific understanding of the universe into a coherent and accurate worldview. Within this context, we want to serve as a catalyst for open discourse, particularly on the intricate subject of morality. We recognize that morality transcends universal dogma; rather, it evolves through fervent discussion and exploration. Therefore, our purpose is to ignite and facilitate discussions that venture into the very depths of human existence. We fearlessly traverse the controversial and unsettling realms, for it is through these crucibles of debate that morality finds its true form. By engaging in these dialogues, we seek to inform and shape how we should live as a society. It is upon this platform that we embark on a collective journey towards understanding, harmony, and the flourishing of consciousness.
what’s up with the number 42?
In Douglas Adams’ science fiction novel The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, highly advanced alien lifeforms construct the supercomputer Deep Thought to calculate the answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe, and everything. After seven and a half million years of computation, Deep Thought reveals the enigmatic answer: forty-two. Since then, this number has gained tremendous fame and become a clever allusion in popular culture. Widely accepted as the de facto answer to life’s profound existential questions, forty-two captures and supports the inherent absurdity of life, the universe, and everything.